Tea Rose Delight Mocktail Recipe
This elegant non-alcoholic drink combines floral rose syrup with refreshing iced tea for a sophisticated beverage perfect for special occasions or afternoon gatherings.
Equipment
- Large pitcher (32 oz capacity)
- Long-handled mixing spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ice cube tray
- 4 Tall glasses
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Tea infuser or tea bags
Ingredients
- 4 cups brewed black tea chilled
- 1/2 cup rose syrup
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh rose petals for garnish optional
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- 4 lemon wheels for garnish
Instructions
- Brew the black tea using 4 tea bags in 4 cups of hot water. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature. Then, place it in the refrigerator until cold.
- Pour the chilled tea into a large pitcher. Then, add rose syrup and lemon juice.
- Stir the mixture gently until well combined.
- Fill each glass halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour the tea mixture into glasses, filling them 3/4 full.
- Top each glass with sparkling water.
- Finally, garnish with fresh mint leaves, rose petals, and lemon wheels.
Notes
Store any leftover tea mixture in the refrigerator for up to 2 days without the sparkling water.
Use food-grade rose petals to ensure they are safe for consumption.
Replace black tea with green tea for a lighter version.
Add more or less rose syrup to adjust the sweetness level.
The recipe serves 4 people and takes about 15 minutes to prepare, plus cooling time.