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What is Mulled Wine Black Tea?
Mulled wine black tea is a delightful blend of black tea leaves, cinnamon, cloves, and safflower petals. It offers a warm and aromatic and mildly astringent flavour.
Serving size: 1
Prep time: 1-2 min (allow for more time if chilling ingredients in the refrigerator)
Steeping time: 5-7 min
Ingredients
To make this holiday drink cocktail, you will need:
- 1 tsp of mulled wine black tea
- 2 oz of Cabernet Sauvignon
- 1 oz of blood orange Italian soda
- 1/2 tsp of vanilla bean syrup
- Orange slices and cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create a delicious holiday cocktail:
Step 1: Brew the Mulled Wine Black Tea
In a small teapot or infuser, add 1 teaspoon of mulled wine black tea. Pour hot water over the tea leaves and let it steep for 5-7 minutes. Strain the tea leaves and set aside. Allow the infusion to achieve room temperature.
Step 2: Prepare the Cocktail
Combine 2 oz of the mulled wine tea infusion to 2 oz of Cabernet Sauvignon, 1 oz of blood orange Italian soda, and 1/2 tsp of vanilla bean syrup. Shake or stir well to mix the ingredients.
Step 3: Serve and Garnish
The mixture can be chilled in the refrigerator before serving or fill a glass with ice and pour the cocktail mixture into the glass. Garnish with orange slices and a cinnamon stick for an extra festive touch.
Enjoy Your Cocktail!
This mulled wine black tea cocktail is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas holiday parties. The warm and aromatic flavors of the tea, combined with the richness of cabernet sauvignon and the citrusy kick of blood orange Italian soda, create a truly delightful drink. Sip and savor the flavors of the holiday season!