- Yield: 4 servings
- Total Time: 1 hr 25 min
- Preparation Time: 5 min
- Passive Time: 1 hr 20 min
Syrup Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Tea Ingredients:
- 5 cups water
- 5 Earl Grey tea bags
- 4 lemon slices, dried or fresh, plus extra for garnish (refer to Cook's Note)
- Ice
- Sparkling water
Instructions:
- Prepare the irresistible syrup: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sugar fully dissolvesabout 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 20 minutes, infusing your kitchen with sweet anticipation.
- Brew the perfect tea base: In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add Earl Grey tea bags and lemon slices. Let steep until cooled to room temperature, about 1 hour. Remove and discard tea bags for a smooth, bergamot-kissed brew.
- Assemble and sparkle: Pour cooled syrup and tea into a pitcher packed with ice. Fill glasses, top with a generous splash of sparkling water, garnish with fresh lemon slices, and serve chilled. Refreshing bliss awaitsyour guests will be hooked!
Cook's Note - Drying Lemon Slices:
Arrange lemon slices in a single layer on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake at 150F for 1 to 1.5 hours until dry and crisp. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Or use a food dehydrator per manufacturer's instructions for that pro touch.
