Chamomile tea is wonderful in the summer served mildly sweet over ice. It is a delicate tea with hints of honey and apple, a natural floral aroma and subtle earthiness. It is delightful on its own and offers unlimited opportunities as a cocktail mixer. Today we share with you a tall drink built on the foundation of chamomile married to a strawberry simple syrup. The base itself can be enjoyed as a non-alcoholic fruited iced tea (your kids will love it) and when mixed with your preference of either Vodka or Gin, makes a fantastic summer long drink that will make you the hero when hosting your next summer gathering.
Strawberry Chamomile Cooler
In a shaker glass filled with ice add:
- 1 ½ Ounces of Well-Bred Vodka or Gin (your preference)
- 1 Ounce Strawberry Simple Syrup*
- ½ Ounce Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 3 Ounces Chilled Chamomile Tea
Shake till painfully cold. Strain over fresh cracked ice into a tall Collins glass. Garnish with a large dead ripe strawberry.
*Strawberry Simple Syrup
In a medium saucepan add:
- 1 Cup Granulated White Sugar
- 1 Cup Water
Bring to a boil slowly over a medium heat stirring to incorporate the sugar. Reduce heat then add:
- 1 Pint of Fresh Strawberries (Hulled)
Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes over a low heat. Shut off heat and let syrup cool. Strain through a fine sieve removing any seeds or pulp. Syrup will keep for one week refrigerated.
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