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Black Tea Shot

A delightful twist on traditional tea, combining black tea's robust taste with sweetness and the invigorating kick of spirits, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 shots
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 bags black tea
  • 1/4 cup sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup whiskey or bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ground cinnamon for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Shot glasses
  • Stirring spoon

Method
 

  1. Boil 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add the black tea bags to the boiling water and steep for about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea bags and stir in sugar until fully dissolved.
  4. Add the whiskey or bourbon and stir gently.
  5. Incorporate vanilla extract and mix well.
  6. Chill the mixture if desired by refrigerating for about 30 minutes.
  7. Prepare shot glasses while the mixture cools.
  8. Pour the black tea shot into shot glasses and sprinkle ground cinnamon on top.

Notes

For an extra kick, try using a flavored whiskey like honey or cinnamon.