Palmer's Lemon Twist

Palmer's Lemon Twist is a delightful blend of refreshing iced tea and zesty lemonade, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy flavors. This classic combination is perfect for a sunny afternoon or as a refreshing pick-me-up. Serve it over ice with a lemon wedge to garnish, and enjoy the timeless taste of summer in a glass.

Palmer's Lemon Twist

A refreshing blend of iced tea and lemonade, Palmer's Lemon Twist is a classic thirst-quencher perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Total Time 12 mins

Ingredients

  • 2-3 black tea bags
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1-2 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups water, divided
  • ice
  • lemon wedge, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place 2-3 tea bags in a heat-safe pitcher or bowl.
  2. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil, then pour it over the tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea bags and set the tea aside to cool.
  4. Juice the lemons if not done already, and add the lemon juice to the cooling tea.
  5. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat gently until the sugar has dissolved, stirring occasionally to make simple syrup.
  6. Add the simple syrup to the Arnold Palmer mixture, adjusting the quantity if desired.
  7. Add the final 1/4 cup of water to the Palmer's Lemon Twist, tasting and adjusting sweetness and tartness as needed. Add more water if too sweet or tart, and make more simple syrup if a sweeter flavor is desired.
  8. Refrigerate until completely cooled.
  9. Serve in a glass over ice and garnish with a lemon wedge.