Arnold Palmer Drink
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Arnold Palmer Drink
Description
The Arnold Palmer Drink preparation begins with brewing unsweetened tea using tea bags steeped in boiling water for several hours to develop a strong, clear tea base. Separately, a lemon syrup (simple syrup) is made by dissolving granulated sugar in boiling water, then cooled. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is combined with the cooled syrup and water to create fresh lemonade, which is refrigerated.
To assemble the drink, crushed or shaved ice is placed in a glass, followed by pouring lemonade first then iced tea on top, a pouring order that can create a visual layering effect as the denser lemonade rests beneath the tea. The flavor combines the tartness and sweetness of the lemonade with the mild bitterness and aroma of brewed tea, delivering a balanced, cool refreshment.
This drink is versatile for serving individually or in larger quantities by mixing tea and lemonade in a pitcher, stirring to blend flavors. Variations include different tea flavors or adding alcohol to create an adult version. Crushed ice enhances the drink's refreshing quality and presentation.
The recipe notes provide suggestions for storage, scaling servings, ingredient substitutions, and tips for serving with the signature crushed ice and layering method.
Ingredients
Unsweetened Tea
- 6 cups water , boiling
- 5 tea in bags
Lemonade
- 1/2 cup lemon juice , freshly squeezed
- 2.5 cups water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Arnold Palmer (Makes 1)
- 4 oz. tea unsweetened
- 2 oz. lemonade
- ice crushed or shaved
Instructions
Make the Tea
- In a medium-to-large saucepan, measure out the water.
- Bring water to a boil, and take the saucepan off the heat.
- Add the tea bags.
- Steep for 2-4 hours (or until the intensity you like your tea.)
- Refrigerate overnight in a mason jar or a pitcher.
Make the Lemonade
- In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the sugar and stir until there are no visible sugar crystals.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat, and let cool. (This is a rendition of simple syrup that’ll sweeten your lemonade right up!)
- Using a citrus juicer, juice your lemons.
- When you have the desired amount of lemon juice, pour it into the saucepan with the simple syrup.
- Transfer the lemonade to a mason jar, and refrigerate overnight.
Make an Arnold Palmer
- Use your blender or refrigerator to make crushed ice. (I like mine almost powdery because it’s soooo refreshing. But you can use regular ice cubes, too.)
- First, pour in the lemonade.
- Next, pour in the tea.
- Stir with a spoon or a straw, garnish with a lemon slice (if desired) and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- This recipe scales easily for multiple servings; stir well when making in a large pitcher to maintain proper lemonade-tea balance.
- Use real lemonade and unsweetened tea for best flavor; store-bought options can substitute if preferred.
- Crush ice finely for a smoother, more refreshing texture, or use regular ice cubes if preferred.
- Layer lemonade first and tea second to achieve a visually appealing drink with separated layers.
- Try varying tea flavors or add vodka for an adult cocktail version.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Arnold
Amount Per Serving
Calories 21 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Arnold Palmer Iced Tea | |
| Calories | 21kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 10mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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