White Tea Vodka Mash
Enjoy a refreshing Vodka or Gin smash after a long day of work or when relaxing with friends on the weekend. Try this classic julep beverage with Tea Monk’s White Tea for a light and crisp beverage with sweet notes. Vanilla and honey balance well with the lemon and thyme. The history of smash cocktails travel as far back as the 1800’s making this a instant classic.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp of Tea Monk’s White Tea
- 1 cup water
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme – some for muddling, some for garnish
- 2 tbsp of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 oz vodka or gin (whatever suits your fancy)
- 1 lemon sliced into wedges or rounds – for garnish
- Soda water
- Ice for serving
Preparation
- Heat water to 175°F-185°F and steep tea for 3-4 minutes. Then remove tea infuser and set aside to cool.
- Combine 3 sprigs of thyme, lemon juice (or a whole lemon wedge/round for more flavor), and honey in a cocktail shaker and muddle (mash together) with the end of a wooden spoon.
- Add in the vodka and tea and give it a good stir.
- Strain into a tall glass over ice, top with soda water, and stir lightly.
- Finish it off by garnishing with thyme and lemon wedges/rounds.
- Enjoy responsibly!
Recipe adapted by our tea time friends at Sisby
