Sweet Tea Cocktail

A Sweet Tea Cocktail is a refreshing alcoholic beverage that blends the classic Southern U.S. tradition of sweet iced tea with spirits like vodka, rum, or bourbon. It's typically made with brewed black tea, a sweetener (often simple syrup or sugar), fresh lemon juice, and a generous pour of alcohol, served over ice. This drink is a staple at summer gatherings and casual bars, especially in the American South.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cocktail is generally high in carbohydrates due to the added sugars from the tea and sweetener, with minimal protein or fat. A standard serving (about 8-10 oz) can range from 150 to 250 calories, depending on the alcohol and sugar content, providing little nutritional value beyond quick energy from the sugars.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	44 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	42 g
Sodium	10 mg
Potassium	40 mg
Caffeine	25 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Fluoride	0.2 mg

Per 1 cocktail (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Sweet Tea Cocktail is a playful twist on the iconic 'sweet tea' of the American South, where iced tea is often served very sweet as a hospitality tradition. Nutritionally, it's a reminder that alcoholic beverages can be sneaky sources of empty calories and sugar, often overlooked compared to desserts or sodas.