Minty Citrusy Whiskey! We remove the use of sugar or simple syrup in this recipe. Go natural, by having your richberry's miracle berry and curb your sugar intake.
Ingredients: 9 c. water, divided 3 mint tea bags Small bunch thyme, divided 1 1/2 c. bourbon whiskey 2/3 c. lemon juice 1 small bunch mint 1 lemon, thinly sliced
Directions:
Make the mint-thyme tea syrup: In a medium pot, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add in tea bags, 8 sprigs thyme. Let boil for 15 minutes.
Strain into a large pitcher and combine with remaining 5 cups water. Chill 1 to 2 hours.
Make the punch: Pour whiskey into prepared mint tea, then add lemon juice, remaining thyme, fresh mint, and lemon slices. Stir to combine. (Add more whiskey to taste, if desired.)
Serve in glasses filled with ice.
Mocktail (non-alcoholic): If you wish to have a delicious non-alcoholic version, please feel free to take the alcohol out and follow the same procedure.
Consume Miracle Berry: Just before digging in, chew 1 or more freeze-dried miracle berry (this can also be done during the preparation of ingredients). Ensure to remove pits to avoid a bitter taste.
Fact: The active ingredient miraculin from miracle berry will turn sour foods such as lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, non-fat yoghurt and other citrus food to taste sweet without adding sugar. We recommend two halves or 2 servings for maximum effectiveness. Make sure to follow instructions from the back of the packaging.
Warning: Alcohols are for over 21 years of age and above. Drink responsibly, do not drink and drive.
Calorie savings:
1-cup sugar -- 773 Calories
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