The Black Eyed Susan is to the Preakness Stakes as the Mint Julep is to the Kentucky Derby. We loved the fruit juices in this fun cocktail, and decided to bring Italian Blood Orange Herbal to the race. The result is a completely refreshing sip, perfect for cheering on the front runner!
Time: 15 min
Makes 2 cocktailsRating
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Loading...| Italian Blood Orange Tea | |
| 4 oz pineapple Juice | |
| 2 oz vodka | |
| 2 oz rum | |
| Crushed ice |
| 1. | Steep 1 heaping Tbl Italian Blood Orange Tea in 2 cups nearly boiling water. Steep for 30 mins. Strain off the leaves and chill the tea. |
| 2. | In a shaker filled with ice, add in 4 oz steeped and chilled Italian Blood Orange Tea, the pineapple Juice, rum and vodka. |
| 3. | Shake and pour into two tall, iced-filled glasses. Garnish with a lemon, lime or orange wedge. |
| 4. | We found this drink sweet enough, but the addition of simple syrup is definitely an option. Simply shake and ounce of simple syrup with the cocktail. Cheers! |
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