Best 2 Sweet Tea Julep Recipes

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the perfect balance of sweet and refreshing flavors in the Sweet Tea Julep! This delightful beverage combines the classic julep with the satisfying taste of sweet tea, creating a Southern-inspired cocktail that's perfect for sipping on a warm summer day or enjoying as a special treat anytime. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create this delicious drink at home and impress your friends and family with your mixology skills. So, grab your shaker and let's embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for a Sweet Tea Julep that will surely become a summertime favorite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET TEA JULEP

Sweet Tea Julep image

This recipe comes from Allen Katz, host of "The Cocktail Hour" on Martha Stewart Living Radio.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 ounces bourbon
1 1/2 ounces PAMA liqueur
1/2 ounce sweet tea
6 sprigs fresh mint

Steps:

Shake ingredients vigorously over ice and strain into a rocks glass over shaved ice. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and serve.

JULEP SWEET TEA

Julep Sweet Tea image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories beverage

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

6 cups water
1 cup sugar
6 tea bags
1 bunch mint
6 shots Kentucky bourbon

Steps:

Bring 6 cups water to a boil. Once at a boil, remove the pan from the heat and add 1 cup sugar and 6 tea bags and allow to steep.
Per serving, fill each glass with store-bought crushed ice to the top and stuff with mint sprigs. Pour a shot of bourbon, fill glass with tea and serve.

Tips:

Use freshly brewed black tea for the best flavor.
Sweeten the tea to your liking.
Use a good quality bourbon whiskey.
Chill the julep cups before serving.
Garnish the julep with a mint sprig and a cherry.

Conclusion:

The sweet tea julep is a refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a sweeter or a stronger julep, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a refreshing cocktail, give the sweet tea julep a try.