Sombre Black Tea Old Fashioned
A deeply thoughtful twist on the Old Fashioned using cold-brewed black tea and maple syrup to add a subdued smoky sweetness. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 6 minutes brings together rye whiskey, cold-brewed black tea, pure maple syrup 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 195 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
- 2 oz rye whiskey
- 1/2 oz cold-brewed black tea
- 1/4 oz pure maple syrup
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 thin strip orange peel
- 1 large ice cube
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to chill.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz rye whiskey, 1/2 oz cold-brewed black tea, and 1/4 oz pure maple syrup into the glass.
- Step 3: Add 3 dashes of Angostura bitters and stir gently for 40 seconds to chill and dilute.
- Step 4: Strain into a rocks glass over a single large ice cube.
- Step 5: Express the thin orange peel over the glass to release essential oils, rim the glass, and rest the peel on the ice as garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sombre Black Tea Old Fashioned take to make?
Total time is about 6 minutes (6 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 Sombre Black Tea Old Fashioned?
Refrigerate any leftover sombre black tea old fashioned 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 Sombre Black Tea Old Fashioned?
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 Sombre Black Tea Old Fashioned 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 Sombre Black Tea Old Fashioned?
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.
