Chill out with this effortless Arnold Palmer recipe! Combining iced tea and lemonade, this thirst-quenching drink is your go-to for beating the heat.
Prep time: 1 minute minute
Mixing time: 1 minute minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 89
Ingredients
- 4 oz Iced Tea
- 1 oz lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice or wedge - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add Simple Syrup: Pour ½ oz simple syrup.
- Add Lemon Juice: Pour 1 oz lemon juice.
- Add Iced Tea: Pour 4 oz Iced Tea into your highball glass.
- Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
- Garnish: Place a lemon slice or wedge into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Iced Tea: Green tea works well if you're out of traditional black iced tea. I've also used herbal teas like chamomile for a different twist.
- Lemon Juice: Lime juice works as well.
- Simple Syrup: I have substituted the simple syrup with agave nectar or maple syrup.
Making a Pitcher of Arnold Palmer:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 32 oz of iced tea, 4 oz of simple syrup and 8 oz of lemon juice.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the iced tea, lemon juice and simple syrup. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with a lemon slice or wedge, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
Good news! The Arnold Palmer is already a non-alcoholic drink. Just follow the original steps and enjoy.Making it Vegan:
Most commercial iced teas are already vegan. Ensure you use a vegan-friendly sugar that doesn't use bone char in the refining process.What is an Arnold Palmer Drink?
Arnold Palmer Drink is a blend of iced tea and lemon juice, named after the legendary golfer who popularized it. While it may not be a cocktail in the traditional sense, it holds its own as a refreshing staple on drink menus everywhere. You don’t need to be a beverage connoisseur to appreciate the straightforward appeal of an Arnold Palmer.
What is an Arnold Palmer Drink made of – The Ingredients
The Arnold Palmer requires these key components:
- Iced Tea: Provides the drink’s base, adding depth and a touch of bitterness.
- Simple Syrup: Add a sweetness note to the mix.
- Lemon Juice: Balances the iced tea with a citrusy zing.
- Ice Cubes: Keep the drink chilled for maximum refreshment.
- Lemon Slice or Wedge (optional): Adds a visual element and a hint of extra citrus flavor when used as a garnish.