Looking for a refreshing, alcohol-free drink with a little something extra? The Almond Apple Sour combines the cozy flavors of almond and apple with bright lime juice and a touch of sweetness for a beautifully balanced tea mocktail.
Made with Almond Apple Delight Tisane, this drink is perfect for entertaining, relaxing at home, or simply enjoying a creative new way to sip your favorite tea.
What You’ll Need
For the Almond Apple Delight Concentrate:
- 32g Almond Apple Delight Tisane
- 16 oz boiling filtered water
For the Almond Apple Sour:
- 2 oz Almond Apple Delight Concentrate
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Ice
- Fresh rosemary sprig, for garnish
How to Make Almond Apple Delight Concentrate
Start by preparing your tea concentrate.
Combine 32g of Almond Apple Delight Tisane with 16 oz of boiling filtered water. Cover and let steep for 30–45 minutes.
Strain the tea and chill thoroughly before making your mocktail.
How to Make the Almond Apple Sour
Once your tea concentrate is chilled, it’s time to make your drink!
- Add 2 oz of Almond Apple Delight Concentrate, 1 oz lime juice, 1 oz simple syrup, and ice to a bar shaker.
- Shake well to combine and chill.
- Strain into a lowball or short rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig.
Pro Tip: Don’t Skip the Rosemary
For even more flavor, rub the rosemary sprig around the rim of the glass before adding it as a garnish. This releases the rosemary’s fragrant oils and adds another layer of complexity to the drink.
A New Way to Enjoy Your Favorite Tea
The Almond Apple Sour is a great example of how versatile tea can be. Almond Apple Delight’s fruity, nutty character creates a delicious foundation for a mocktail, while lime adds a bright tartness and simple syrup rounds everything out.
Whether you’re hosting friends, looking for a special non-alcoholic option, or simply want to switch up your tea routine, this recipe is an easy one to try.
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