Limoncello Iced Tea
Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 7.3% ABV ∙
The Limoncello Iced Tea is a shaken highball of limoncello, cold black tea, and fresh lemon juice, served over ice in a Collins glass. Bright lemon oil leads over a mellow, tannic tea backbone, the fresh juice sharpening the finish into something crisp rather than syrupy.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Shake all ingredients with ice: Limoncello liqueur 45 mlCold black tea 100 mlLemon juice 10 ml
- Strain into the ice-filled glass
- Garnish with a lemon wheel
Tips
- Brew the black tea and let it cool fully before shaking — warm tea melts the ice fast and waters down the drink.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled — it keeps the citrus note clean instead of bitter.
- Shake hard and strain quickly into the ice-filled glass so the drink stays cold without over-diluting.
FAQ
What is in a Limoncello Iced Tea?
Limoncello, cold black tea, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, shaken and strained over ice into a Collins glass with a lemon wheel.
How do you make a Limoncello Iced Tea?
Shake the limoncello, cold black tea, and lemon juice together with ice, then strain into an ice-filled Collins glass and garnish with a lemon wheel. Brew and chill the tea in advance — pouring it warm melts the ice and thins the drink.
Is limoncello good with iced tea?
Yes — the liqueur's sweet lemon character balances the tannic bitterness of black tea, and the splash of fresh lemon juice sharpens the combination so it does not read as simply sweet.
How strong is a Limoncello Iced Tea?
About 7.3% ABV as served, so it drinks closer to a glass of wine than a spirit-based cocktail — the tea makes up most of the volume.
