Best 5 Texas Tea I Recipes

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In the realm of Southern comfort food, few beverages are as refreshing and iconic as Texas tea. This delightful iced tea gets its name from its rich, amber color, reminiscent of a freshly brewed cup of strong black tea. In this article, we'll take a closer look at this Texan staple, exploring its history, variations, and of course, providing you with a collection of mouthwatering recipes. From the classic sweet tea to the tangy Arnold Palmer and the unique half and half tea, these recipes cater to a range of preferences, ensuring that everyone can find their perfect glass of Texas tea. So, grab a tall glass, sit back, and get ready to embark on a flavor-filled journey into the world of Texas tea.

Let's cook with our recipes!

RANDY'S TEXAS TEA



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On a hot day in Texas, nothing is more refreshing than this sweet, fruity, non-alcoholic summer iced tea.

Provided by PATTY H.

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Iced Tea Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water
6 cups brewed black tea, cold
2 cups orange juice
½ cup lemon juice
1 orange, sliced into rounds
1 lemon, sliced into rounds
1 lime, sliced into rounds

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher, combine sugar, salt and hot water. Stir until completely dissolved. Sir in the tea, orange juice and lemon juice. Serve in tall glasses with ice and slices of citrus fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 79.3 mg, Sugar 32.7 g

TEXAS TEA SANDWICHES



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This recipe has evolved over the last 18 years. It can be "fancied" up or "cowboy'd down". It remains one of the favorites in my family and the kids will come over if they know I am making them. They take a little bit of work, but they are worth it! An assembly line works well putting these together. The flavor mix is wonderful! I am requested to bring them to pot lucks and gatherings and there are never left overs no matter how many I make. :)

Provided by Lorah Hodges @lhodges1

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 - container of soft spread butter w/ olive oil
1 - loaf of whole wheat bread (you can go generic or splurge on a really good wheat bread, they both work)
1 - loaf of whole white bread (you can go generic or splurge on a really good white bread, they both work)
16 ounce(s) cream cheese
20 ounce(s) smoked ham lunch meat (chopped up into small pieces)
1 bunch(es) green onions (use the onion and some of the green and dice)
2 + tablespoon(s) yellow, ground or dijon mustard (depending on your taste)
1/2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground pepper
TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLING
3 - butter knives
1 - knife to cut off crust from sandwiches
- toothpicks
- platter for sandwiches
- cutting board

Steps:

  • Dump the softened cream cheese in bowl #1 and mix for about 30 seconds with a mixer to just make it creamy. Stir in the chopped green onions and the garlic powder. Set aside.
  • Place the chopped ham, mustard and pepper in bowl #2 and mix with a wooden spoon until all of the ham is coated with mustard. Set aside.
  • Assemble your work area: You will need Bowl #1, Bowl #2, container of softened butter with olive oil, a couple of butter knives, a knife to trim crust away, tooth picks and a platter to place finished sandwiches on.
  • Begin to assemble: 1. Take a piece of whole wheat bread and spread the butter on it, then spread the ham mixture on top. 2. Take a piece of white bread and spread butter on one side of it. Place the butter side down on the ham mixture of the other piece of bread. On the same slice of white bread, now butter it again and spread the cream cheese mixture on top. 3. Take another piece of whole wheat bread and butter it. Place that butter side down on top of the cream cheese mixture you just spread. On the same slice of whole wheat bread, butter it again and spread the ham mixture on top of it. 4. Since everything is bigger in Texas, we are adding one more layer! Take a piece of white bread, butter it and place it butter side down on the ham mixture. Butter it again and then spread the cream cheese mixture on top. 5. Butter a slice of whole wheat and place it butter side down on the cream cheese.
  • Now, take your assembled sandwich to a cutting board and trim the crust from all four sides. Then slice it into either 4 squares or 4 triangles. Place a tooth pick in each of the small sandwiches and move to your serving platter.
  • Continue in this way until you have finished with your ingredients. If you have any left over cream cheese or ham mixture, I typically clean out some cherry tomatoes and stuff them with one of the mixes. These add some color to your tray and a second little snack.
  • (This is my daughter's "thumb's up"!) Again, this can be made with regular whole wheat and white bread as well as smoked ham lunch meat. OR you can use homemade breads or fresh from the bakery. You could also use a different kind of ham and slice it small. I have tried all different versions and never met one that I didn't like. I will say though that I have found that they smoked lunch meat ham sliced in small pieces holds together the best for serving and eating. You can also alter what type of bread you start with so your sandwiches end with a different type and your platter has both white and whole wheat showing. I haven't found a great use for the left over crust, other than giving my dogs a few of them. :) If you think of something let me know!

TEXAS TEA COCKTAIL



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A shot of bourbon transforms the popular Long Island iced tea into a Texas tea. This popular drink is easy to mix up and perfect for happy hour.

Provided by Colleen Graham

Categories     Cocktail     Beverage     Cocktail

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 ounce tequila
1/2 ounce bourbon
1/2 ounce gin
1/2 ounce rum
1/2 ounce vodka
1/2 ounce triple sec
1 ounce sweet and sour mix
Garnish: ​ lemon wedge
Garnish: ​cola

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Pour the spirits and sour mix into a collins glass filled with ice.
  • Stir well .
  • Top it off with cola.
  • Garnish with the lemon wedge. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 kcal, Carbohydrate 82 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 19 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 18 mg, Sugar 35 g, Fat 2 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TEXAS TEA III



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The Texas part of the tea comes from the tequila as opposed to a Long Island iced tea, which uses gin instead of tequila. This is the standard Bartender's recipe for a Texas Tea.

Provided by charlie

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 1m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ fluid ounce vodka
½ fluid ounce amber rum
½ fluid ounce gold tequila
½ fluid ounce triple sec liqueur
¼ cup sweet-and-sour cocktail mix
¼ cup cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 wedge lemon
1 wedge lime

Steps:

  • In a tall glass filled with ice, combine vodka, rum, tequila and triple sec. Top with equal parts sweet-and-sour and cola. Squeeze juice of lemon wedge and lime wedge over top; stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 4.5 mg, Sugar 37 g

TEXAS TEA



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Make and share this Texas Tea recipe from Food.com.

Provided by barefootmommawv

Categories     Beverages

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ounce tequila
1/2 ounce vodka
1/2 ounce rum
1/2 ounce triple sec
1 ounce sour mix
cola

Steps:

  • Fill mixing glass with ice.
  • Add tequila, vodka, rum triple sec and sour mix.
  • Shake.
  • Pour into a Collins glass.
  • Add more ice, if necessary.
  • Top with cola.
  • Garnish with a lemon slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.8, Sodium 0.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right ingredients: Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh peaches, you can use frozen or canned peaches. Just be sure to thaw them before using.
  • Make a simple syrup: This will help to sweeten the tea and add a bit of body. To make a simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat and let cool.
  • Use loose-leaf tea: This will give you a more flavorful tea. If you don't have loose-leaf tea, you can use tea bags. Just be sure to use good quality tea bags.
  • Brew the tea properly: Steep the tea for the recommended amount of time. If you steep the tea for too long, it will become bitter.
  • Chill the tea before serving: This will help to bring out the flavor of the tea. You can chill the tea in the refrigerator or in a cooler.
  • Garnish with fresh mint or lemon slices: This will add a refreshing touch to your tea.

Conclusion:

Texas tea is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing drink to quench your thirst or a flavorful and unique beverage to enjoy with friends, Texas tea is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give Texas tea a try. Texas tea, also known as peach iced tea, is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing drink to quench your thirst or a flavorful and unique beverage to enjoy with friends, Texas tea is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give Texas tea a try. Texas tea, also known as peach iced tea, is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing drink to quench your thirst or a flavorful and unique beverage to enjoy with friends, Texas tea is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give Texas tea a try.

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