Mrs Doyle's recipe: Warm Up with These Festive Tea Cocktails
When it comes to holiday celebrations, the drinks are just as important as the food and decorations. If you’re looking for something fun and festive but want to skip the alcohol, tea cocktails are the perfect solution. Packed with flavor and easy to customize, these non-alcoholic creations are sure to impress your guests and bring warmth to your holiday gatherings.
- Spiced Apple Chai Punch
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of brewed chai tea
- 1 cup of apple cider
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2-3 cloves
- Orange slices for garnish
Instructions:
- Brew chai tea and combine it with apple cider in a saucepan.
- Add the cinnamon stick and cloves, and gently heat for 5-10 minutes.
- Strain into a heatproof punch bowl or individual mugs.
- Garnish with orange slices and serve warm.
- Pomegranate Green Tea Spritzer
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of brewed green tea
- 1 cup of pomegranate juice
- Sparkling water
- Pomegranate seeds and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Brew and chill green tea.
- Mix green tea and pomegranate juice in a pitcher.
- Pour into glasses, filling halfway, and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and a sprig of mint.
- Peppermint Hot Tea Cocoa
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of brewed peppermint tea
- 1 cup of hot chocolate
- Whipped cream
- Crushed candy canes for garnish
Instructions:
- Brew peppermint tea and mix it with hot chocolate.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top for a festive touch.
- Ginger Citrus Earl Grey Cooler
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of brewed Earl Grey tea
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 orange
- Ginger ale
- Lemon and orange slices for garnish
Instructions:
- Brew and chill Earl Grey tea.
- Mix tea with lemon and orange juice in a pitcher.
- Fill glasses halfway with the mixture, then top with ginger ale.
- Garnish with citrus slices.
- Hibiscus Cranberry Fizz
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of brewed hibiscus tea
- 1 cup of cranberry juice
- Sparkling apple cider
- Fresh cranberries and rosemary for garnish
Instructions:
- Brew and chill hibiscus tea.
- Combine hibiscus tea and cranberry juice in a pitcher.
- Pour into glasses and top with sparkling apple cider.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Hosting Tips for Tea Cocktails
- Use festive glassware like mason jars, punch bowls, or crystal goblets to add elegance.
- Create a tea cocktail bar with pre-made bases and let guests customize with garnishes.
- Pair tea cocktails with holiday treats like cookies, fruit platters, or savory canapés.
Tea cocktails bring warmth, flavor, and a touch of creativity to your holiday celebrations. Whether you’re entertaining a crowd or enjoying a quiet evening at home, these festive drinks are sure to spread holiday cheer; one sip at a time!
