I heard earlier today that we are in an “excessive heat” warning for the next few days, all the way through July 4th and beyond. Ugh. While I love the July 4th weekend, I am dreading the thought of being outside for hours while my makeup runs off my face, my hair falls flat and pit stains form under the arms of my non-black shirt (Because who wears black in the middle of summer?! Unless it’s a bikini??). Lovely. So I thought I could perhaps cheer myself up by finding some delicious, cold drinks to share on here. It’s worth a try!
(I want one of these…whatever it is.)
First, I have a recipe for a Thai Tea that is out of this world! If you’ve never had Thai Tea before, now is your chance. This recipe is so delicious…sweet, spicy (as in cinnamon/clove spicy) and creamy. Unfortunately, I don’t have photo but I’m sure it’s not too hard to imagine a glass of tea with half-and-half poured in. Delicious.
I also linked to a few more yummy summer drinks below, in case you need more beverage inspiration. I’m pretty sure I’ll be making that Sour Cherry Fizz concoction this weekend…sounds ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.
Enjoy!
Thai Tea
6 c. Water
1 c. Thai Tea Leaves (found at Asian market)
4 Cardamom Pods, crushed
1 Whole Clove, crushed
1/4 t. Cinnamon
1 c. Granulated Sugar
1 c. Half-and-Half
Bring water to a boil in a large pan. Stir in tea leaves and next 3 ingredients and cover. Remove from heat and steep 5 minutes.
Pour tea through a fine wire-mesh strainer into a pitcher, discarding tea leaves. Add sugar, stirring until dissolved. Cover and chill.
Pour into a glass 3/4 tea and 1/4 half-and half.
More Summer Drinks
Where were these ideas when I was pregnant & wanting a fruity foo foo drink? Lol. Enjoy the 4th hun!