Sweet Tea Vodka Arnold Palmer Punch
A refreshing summer punch combining homemade sweet tea, fresh lemonade, and smooth vodka for a perfectly balanced sweet and tart drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes (steeping tea)
- Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water (filtered if possible)
- 4 black tea bags
- ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste; can substitute honey or agave)
- 3 cups brewed sweet tea, cooled
- 2 cups fresh lemonade (homemade or store-bought)
- 1½ cups vodka (smooth vodka like Tito’s or Ketel One)
- Ice cubes (lots!)
- Lemon slices (optional garnish)
- Fresh mint sprigs (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups (950 ml) of water to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and steep 4 black tea bags for 5-7 minutes. Remove tea bags gently without squeezing.
- While tea is warm, stir in ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar until dissolved. Let tea cool to room temperature or chill in fridge for 30-45 minutes.
- In a large pitcher, combine 3 cups (710 ml) cooled sweet tea, 2 cups (475 ml) fresh lemonade, and 1½ cups (355 ml) vodka. Stir gently until well mixed.
- Fill serving glasses with ice cubes, pour punch over ice, and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs.
- Serve immediately chilled. If making ahead, refrigerate punch base and add ice and garnish just before serving.
Notes
Use good-quality vodka like Tito’s or Ketel One for a cleaner finish. Brew your own sweet tea for best flavor. Adjust sugar and lemon juice to taste. Add club soda for fizz if desired. Avoid shaking to preserve tea clarity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 8 oz (240 ml
- Calories: 130150
- Sugar: 1518
- Carbohydrates: 1518
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