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Arnold Palmer Beverage

A refreshing drink that marries iced tea and lemonade, perfect for warm afternoons.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 bags black tea or your favorite tea
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 4 cups cold water for diluting
  • Ice cubes for serving

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Teapot or saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Wooden spoon or whisk
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Start by bringing 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a teapot or saucepan.
  2. Once the water is boiling, add the tea bags and steep for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a separate pitcher, combine 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Remove the tea bags and add the brewed tea to the lemonade mixture.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of cold water to dilute the mixture to your desired strength.
  6. Refrigerate the beverage for at least 30 minutes to chill.
  7. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled Arnold Palmer over the ice.
  8. Garnish with lemon slices or mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Enjoy this delightful drink on a sunny day, and feel free to adjust the sweetness to your liking.