Fragrant Earl Grey Lemonade: Super Simple Homemade Cafe Recipe
Make a Gorgeous Homemade Cafe Drink with Leftover Earl Grey Tea Bags
A delightful fusion of the deep, rich aroma of Earl Grey, the refreshing tang of lemon, and the fizz of sparkling water! You can instantly create a cool and delicious ade, rivaling cafe quality, using just your leftover Earl Grey tea bags and simple ingredients. This perfect recipe is ideal for a lazy afternoon or for entertaining guests.
Essential Ingredients- 1 Earl Grey tea bag
- 110ml sparkling water (or club soda)
- 1/2 lemon
- About 3.5 standard paper cups of ice
- A few fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 1 Earl Grey tea bag. Pour 70ml of hot water over it and let it steep for about 5 minutes to fully extract the Earl Grey’s flavor. Be careful not to steep for too long, as it can make the tea taste bitter.
Step 2
To make a chilled ade, start by filling your glass with 1.5 paper cups of ice. Then, carefully pour the freshly brewed warm Earl Grey tea over the ice. This will help the tea cool down quickly, creating a refreshing base.
Step 3
Wash the lemon thoroughly, then slice it into 1cm thick rounds. Prepare 3 lemon slices for the drink. If you enjoy a more intense lemon flavor and texture, you can slice them thinner.
Step 4
Now it’s time to assemble your ade! Fill the glass again with 2 paper cups of ice. Add 2 of the prepared lemon slices. Gently pour in 60ml of the cooled Earl Grey tea, followed by 110ml of sparkling water for that invigorating fizz. Layering the ingredients this way makes for a visually appealing drink.
Step 5
Finally, garnish your drink by placing one of the beautifully sliced lemon rounds on the rim of the glass or floating it on top. The refreshing scent of lemon will permeate the entire ade.
Step 6
Gently crush a few fresh mint leaves between your fingers before placing them on top of the drink. This adds a wonderful aroma and a fresh, vibrant visual touch that elevates the ade’s overall appeal.
Step 7
Stir everything together gently, combining the lemon slices and the beverage. Enjoy the ultimate Earl Grey ade, where the deep notes of Earl Grey, the bright citrus of lemon, and the delightful effervescence of sparkling water come together perfectly. Make your moments special with this homemade ade!
