Oh What A Tea It Is!
As the season of summer draws to a close, I tend to be struck by both the desire to continue to bask in the warm sunshine, and a renewed yearning for chilly fall evenings. I still love utilizing summer flavors, such as melons and berries, but I also want to begin playing with the cozy, earthy spiced flavors of autumn. Fortunately, tea is a fabulous, versatile beverage that covers both options. Brewed or steeped, it's great hot or cold, and the amount of varietals and variations are innumerable.
Sparsely line a tall glass with the Basil Leaves.
Pour the Orange Vodka, Basil Ginger Syrup, and Pumpkin Spice Tea into a Shaker with ice and Stir.
Strain into the glass over the ice.
Pour Bourbon, Toasted Coriander Spice Syrup, and Pumpkin Spice Tea into a mug. Stir lightly.
I'm looking forward to continuing to play with teas as the base for cocktails. Chai, Roobios, White tea or Green tea, even good old fashioned Black tea .... the alternatives are innumberable, as are the flavor possibilities.