Description
A refreshing Southern Fruit Tea cocktail recipe perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 cups brewed black tea, chilled
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup lemonade
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 cup diced peaches (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 liter lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7-Up)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the chilled brewed black tea, orange juice, pineapple juice, and lemonade.
- Add the sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Gently fold in the sliced strawberries, diced peaches, and diced pineapple.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, add the lemon-lime soda to the pitcher and stir gently to combine.
- Pour the cocktail into glasses filled with ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit any spirits and enjoy as a refreshing mocktail.
- Add a splash of vodka or rum for an adult version of this cocktail, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 30g
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 1g