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Tea-Infused Whisky Cocktails to mix up this summer

Ballantine's whisky ice tea cocktail recipe

TRANSFORM your tea into a special drink with OUR tea-infused cocktailS.

Whisky and tea make a great combination, and we have these tasty recipes for you to try at home. So boil some water and try out our favourite whisky and tea cocktails.

Iced Sweet Tea

You’re never too cool for a classic iced tea. Sweet, refreshing, yet super easy to make, there’s a reason this summer drink is always a crowd pleaser – just mix whisky and iced tea with lemon wedges and mint. We love it with our Ballantine’s 7 American Barrel Finish, a soft golden blend with floral, apple notes.

 

Earl Grey Old Fashioned

Put the T in this timeless cocktail with a brew-inspired twist. Hints of orange, bergamot and bourbon mean this aromatic blend will go down a treat at home, a dinner party or for National Tea Day.
You will have to plan ahead for this suave concoction. Infuse an Earl Grey tea bag with 250ml of Ballantine’s whisky in an airtight container for 24 hours.

Replace the whisky measure in our Old Fashioned recipe with 50ml of your tea-infused whisky and voila! You have the perfect Earl Grey Old Fashioned.

Iced Sweet Tea

This sweet and refreshing pick-me-up is guaranteed to make you MVP of the BBQ. If it doesn’t rain, that is.

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Hot Tea Toddy

Add a bit of toddy to your tea with this fragrant winter warmer, perfect for cooler evenings all year round. Take our OG Hot Toddy recipe and swap out the boiling water for your favourite blend mixing in a bit of cinnamon, honey and lemon for some serious goodness. 

Try chai for a bit of extra spice or stay classic with your go-to English Breakfast. No matter your brew, this’ll be one to keep close in your cocktail repertoire.

ghoulish iced green tea

Iced Green Tea Highbal

As fresh as a clear spring morning, this whisky and  green tea highball is simplicity at its best.

 

Make a cup of green tea, allow it to cool, and pour into a splash of Ballantine’s Finest for the ultimate cocktail and chill. Guaranteed to make you look the epitome of sophistication. You’re welcome. Check out how to make your new favourite Iced Green Tea drink here.

 

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