Tea-infused whisky cocktails to mix up this summer

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.

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

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.

As fresh as a clear spring morning, this whisky green tea is simplicity at its best. Crisp, light and undeniably classy, who could resist a glass come rain or shine.
Cool a pot of green tea 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.
Get the tea brewing and check out how to make your new favourite Iced Green Tea drink.
 
Looking for more ways to mix up your Ballantine’s? Get more whisky cocktail recipes including light whisky drinks for summer and the best dessert cocktails.

Here’s our shortlist of the top 10 classic whisky drinks. Each recipe is easy enough to make at home and add to your cocktail creating repertoire.

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