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Matcha Doin'
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Author:
The Spice & Tea Exchange
Servings
4 drinks
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
A summer drink that is all things citrusy, sweet, and fizzy! This matcha cocktail is delicious and balanced, with a refreshing matcha twist.
Ingredients
- ½ cup lemon juice
- ½ cup honey
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2 tsp Matcha Tea
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4 Tbsp. Chamomile Twist Herbal Tea
- 1 cup sugar (preferred white or cane)
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1 Tbsp. Turmeric
- 8 oz. tequila
- 3 oz. lemon juice
Directions
- Create a Sweetened Matcha Tea (best if prepared ahead):
- BRING lemon juice, honey, Matcha Tea and 1 cup water to a boil in a small sauce pan, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and strain once chilled. Create the Simple Syrup (best if prepared ahead):
- STEEP 1 cup of water with Chamomile Twist Herbal Tea per package directions. Strain tea water and set aside. Discard tea leaves.
- COMBINE brewed Chamomile Twist Herbal Tea, 1 cup of sugar and Turmeric in a medium sauce pan. Bring ingredients to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- ONCE boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 mins.
- REMOVE from heat. Strain and set aside to chill before use.
Create the Cocktail:
- ADD 2 oz. tequila,.75 oz. lemon juice, and 1.25 oz. Chamomile Twist Turmeric Syrup prepared above to a shaker. Shake well. Strain ingredients into a tall glass, add ice, then top with sweetened matcha tea mixture.
- GARNISH with fresh flowers. Enjoy!
Recipe Note
Quick Tip: Remaining simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks!