EARL GREY TEA COCKTAIL FOR A CROWD

LONDON LEMON

Sardinian citrus-infused gin is a natural complement for Earl Grey tea’s nuanced citrus flavours in this party-ready cocktail.

2 to 3 Earl Grey tea bags

2 tbsp (30 mL) sugar, or to taste 9 oz Drumshanbo Gunpowder Sardinian Citrus Irish Gin (LCBO 22453, $54.95)

2 oz lemon juice

Lemon wedges for garnish

1. Pour 12 oz boiling water over tea bags and sugar in a large, heatproof jug. The finished drink will be diluted with ice, so you may want to make an extra-strong brew by adding an additional tea bag. Leave mixture to steep at room temperature for about 10 minutes.

2. Remove tea bags and chill for at least 2 hours.

3. Combine chilled tea, gin and lemon juice in a serving pitcher. Stir gently.

4. When ready to serve, pour into six glasses filled with ice. Garnish each with a lemon wedge.

Makes 6 drinks