Amaro Iced Tea Recipe

Ingredients

– 2 tsps forest fruits tea
– 2 tsps Earl Grey tea
– 1L water
– 60mL lemon juice
– 100mL lemonade
– 250mL Applewood Okar Amaro
– 250mL Maidenii Sweet Vermouth

Garnishes

– Sliced lemon, orange and strawberries
– Blackberries
– Mint

Method

1. Heat water in a saucepan; once boiled turn off the heat

2. Add teas and infuse for 10 minutes

3. Strain into a large heatproof pitcher; refrigerate for an hour

4. Once chilled, add remaining ingredients

To serve

5. Top pitcher with ice; add some fruits; stir

6. Fill glasses with ice, fruits, mint; add Amaro iced tea

Note: This recipe can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours

Photography: Josh Geelen

This recipe first appeared in Hot 100 Wines 2017/2018, now available on the street.