Honeyed Green Tea Collins
A delicate green tea-based Collins cocktail sweetened with honey and brightened with lemon, creating a smooth, refreshing sip. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes brings together vodka, strong brewed green tea, cooled, fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 2 oz strong brewed green tea, cooled
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- 1.5 oz club soda
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 for garnish lemon wheel
- 3 leaves for garnish fresh mint leaves
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker with ice cubes halfway. Pour in 1.5 oz vodka, 2 oz cooled strong brewed green tea, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz honey syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 1.5 oz club soda and stir gently for 10 seconds to blend.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lemon wheel slid onto the rim and gently slap 3 fresh mint leaves between your palms to release aroma, then place them upright in the glass.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honeyed Green Tea Collins take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Honeyed Green Tea Collins?
Refrigerate any leftover honeyed green tea collins in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honeyed Green Tea Collins?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honeyed Green Tea Collins for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honeyed Green Tea Collins?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
