How to Make the Perfect Earl Grey Lemonade
British-American · Easy · 15 min · 2 servings
This sophisticated Earl Grey lemonade pairs the floral bergamot notes of classic Earl Grey tea with bright fresh lemon juice for an elegant homemade drink. This easy iced Earl Grey lemonade recipe is a tea lovers dream and a stunning upgrade to regular lemonade.
Why this recipe works
This Earl Grey Lemonade recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 72 calories with 0g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 bags Earl Grey tea bags
- 480 ml boiling water
- 60 ml fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 2 sprigs fresh lavender
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Steep the Earl Grey
Place both Earl Grey tea bags in a heatproof pitcher and pour boiling water over them. Steep for exactly 4 minutes then remove the bags without squeezing them to avoid bitterness, and allow the tea to cool completely.
Step 2: Sweeten with Honey
While the tea is still slightly warm, add honey and stir vigorously until it is fully dissolved. Allow the sweetened tea to cool completely in the refrigerator before assembling the drinks.
Step 3: Assemble and Serve
Fill two tall glasses generously with ice cubes and squeeze fresh lemon juice directly over the ice. Pour the cooled sweetened Earl Grey tea over the lemon juice and stir gently, then garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh lavender.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- honey → vanilla simple syrup
- fresh lavender garnish → lemon wheel garnish
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Squeezing the tea bags when removing them which releases bitter tannins into the tea
- Using bottled lemon juice instead of fresh which lacks the bright citrus flavor needed to complement the bergamot
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 72 calories, 0g protein, 18g carbs, 0g fat, 0g fiber.
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