Iced Louisiana Apricot Tea |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This recipe was found in the 2009 cookbook, Cool Drinks for Hot Days. Preparation time does not include the time needed for the tea to cool & chill. Ingredients:
4 orange pekoe tea bags |
2 sprigs fresh rosemary |
1 quart water, just-boiled |
1 1/3 cups apricot nectar |
6 fresh apricots, halved, pitted, sliced |
12 ounces sparkling water |
12 ice cubes |
Directions:
1. In a heatproof pitcher, pour just-boiled water over the tea bags & rosemary, & let steep for 10 minutes before removing & discarding the tea bags.
2. Let tea cool, then chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before removing & discarding the rosemary.
3. Stir in the apricot nectar & apricots & pour into 6 tall glasses with 2 ice cubes in each glass.
4. Top each drink with some of the sparkling water & ENJOY!
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