Sidecar Mocktail

This elegant and smoky sidecar mocktail uses lapsang souchong tea, lemon, honey, and marmalade for a sophisticated alcohol-free take on the classic cocktail.

Ingredients

3 oz strong-brewed lapsang souchong tea (chilled)
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon orange marmalade
1/2 oz honey syrup (or to taste)
Ice cubes
Lemon twist (for garnish)

Instructions

In a shaker, combine chilled lapsang tea, lemon juice, marmalade, and honey syrup.
Fill shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
Strain into a coupe glass or small cocktail glass.
Add a sugar rim to the glass (optional)
Garnish with a lemon twist.
Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tips

Adjust honey syrup to balance sweetness and tartness to your preference.
Use a fine mesh strainer to catch any bits of marmalade.
Chill the glass beforehand for the best presentation.

This recipe is part of my 25 Delicious Fall Mocktails. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!

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