Peach Bourbon Iced Tea
A Refreshing Long Drink with Peach Iced Tea
Peach Bourbon Iced Tea is a refreshing long drink with peach iced tea, perfect for summer afternoons. This cocktail offers a more refined alternative to the classic Long Island Iced Tea, that actually features the delicious and refreshing flavors of Iced Tea with the irresistible combination of almond and peach flavors. With peach liqueur, Fee Brothers Peach Bitters, bourbon, almond black tea, and orgeat syrup, it’s a sophisticated yet easy-to-make drink. Perfect for any occasion, the Peach Bourbon Iced Tea promises to be a crowd-pleaser and a standout at your next gathering. It is a long drink and therefore a relatively low ABV, which makes it perfect for enjoying in the early afternoon sun.
Ingredients
Bourbon
45 ml
Peach Liqueur
30 ml
Peach Bitters
3 dashes
Orgeat
15 ml
Black Tea
60 ml
Lemon Juice
30 ml
Instructions
Add Ingredients
Shake
Pour & Strain
Garnish & Enjoy
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Ingredient #1
Bourbon
Buffalo Trace
Ingredient #2
Peach Liqueur
Peach Tree
Ingredient #3
Peach Bitters
Fee Brothers Peach Bitters
History
The Peach Bourbon Iced Tea is a World of Mixology original, and therefore the cocktail doesn’t have a storied past but instead draws inspiration from the rich traditions of iced tea, while trying to incorporate some of the principles from modern mixology. Iced tea has a long history, with its origins tracing all the way back to as early as 1823 when Marguerite Countess of Blessington wrote about sipping iced tea in Naples. The oldest printed recipes for iced tea date back to the 1870s. Iced tea started appearing in the United States during the 1860s and became relatively widespread by the 1870s, with recipes in print and offerings on hotel menus and railroad stations. The Long Island Iced Tea, created in the 1970s, is a classic iced tea-inspired cocktail. It’s known for its potent mix of spirits—vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and triple sec, and doesn’t actually contain any tea, but just tries to mimic the appearance and color with a splash of cola. This iconic drink has become a staple in bars worldwide, more so for its potency than its flavor. Our Peach Bourbon Iced Tea pays homage to the traditions of actual Iced Tea, offering a fresh and sophisticated twist. By blending peach liqueur, bourbon, almond black tea, and orgeat, this cocktail brings new depth and complexity to the iced tea family, making it a more authentic and refined alternative to the classic Long Island Iced Tea.
Flavor profile
The Peach Bourbon Iced Tea is a cocktail that showcases the great flavor paring of peach and almond. The peach liqueur and Fee Brothers Peach Bitters introduce a fruitiness, with the bitters adding a nuanced almond undertone that complements and enhances the overall profile. This dual role of the bitters enriches the drink, creating layers of flavor that are both refreshing and complex. Almond black tea works as the lengthener of the drink, which makes this into a long drink, but it also serves to infuse the cocktail with a fragrant almond aroma and a slight bitterness that adds depth and balances the sweetness of the peach. This subtle bitterness enhances the drink’s complexity, making it more than just a refreshing way to quench your thirst. The orgeat syrup contributes a rich nuttiness, amplifying the almond theme while adding a smooth, sweet texture to the drink. This nuttiness melds beautifully with the other ingredients, ensuring a harmonious flavor blend. The bourbon adds a layer of spice and warmth, providing a robust foundation to build the rest of the flavors upon. Together, these elements create a delightful combination of flavors where peach and almond shine, offering a unique and delicious alternative to the classic Long Island Iced Tea.