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Dutch Picnic Blend: Elevate Your Cocktails with Wild Lane Tea's Floral Elixir

Dutch Picnic Blend: Elevate Your Cocktails with Wild Lane Tea's Floral Elixir

Indulge in the enchanting flavours of Wild Lane Tea's Dutch Picnic blend, a captivating herbal infusion that combines the essence of Camellia Sinensis, Rose, and Lavender. While this delightful loose-leaf tea does not contain alcohol itself, its exquisite notes perfectly complement the flavours of gin.

Immerse yourself in a dreamy experience as you explore the versatility of Dutch Picnic, which can be enjoyed both as a hot cup of tea or as a base for refreshing tea cocktails. Let's dive into the world of Dutch Picnic and discover some delightful recipe combinations that will elevate your cocktail game.

Dutch Picnic Gin Fizz: Ingredients:

  1. 2 teaspoons Wild Lane Dutch Picnic loose leaf tea
  2. 2 ounces gin
  3. 1-ounce fresh lemon juice
  4. 1-ounce simple syrup
  5. Club soda
  6. Rose petals for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Brew the Wild Lane Dutch Picnic loose leaf tea in 8 ounces of hot water for 5 minutes. Allow it to cool.
  2. In a shaker, combine the brewed tea, gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake well.
  3. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.
  4. Top with club soda and gently stir.
  5. Garnish with delicate rose petals and enjoy the floral bliss of this effervescent cocktail.

Lavender Rose Martini: Ingredients:

  1. 2 teaspoons Wild Lane Dutch Picnic loose leaf tea
  2. 2 ounces gin
  3. ½ ounce rose syrup
  4. ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
  5. Lavender sprig for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Steep the Wild Lane Dutch Picnic loose leaf tea in 8 ounces of hot water for 5 minutes. Allow it to cool.
  2. In a shaker, combine the brewed tea, gin, rose syrup, and lemon juice. Shake vigorously.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  4. Garnish with a fragrant lavender sprig to enhance the visual appeal and aromatics of the cocktail.
  5. Sip and savour the delicate balance of floral flavours in this elegant and romantic martini.

 Dutch Picnic Iced Tea Punch: Ingredients:

  1. 4 teaspoons Wild Lane Dutch Picnic loose leaf tea
  2. 16 ounces water
  3. 4 ounces gin
  4. 2 ounces elderflower liqueur
  5. 2 ounces fresh lemon juice
  6. 1-ounce simple syrup
  7. Fresh rose petals and lavender buds for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Brew the Wild Lane Dutch Picnic loose leaf tea in 16 ounces of hot water for 5 minutes. Allow it to cool.
  2. In a pitcher, combine the brewed tea, gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir well.
  3. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavours to meld.
  4. Before serving, add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir gently.
  5. Pour the tea punch into individual glasses and garnish with fresh rose petals and lavender buds for an elegant touch.
  6. Share this delightful, iced tea punch with your guests and let them revel in the harmonious blend of flavours.

Wild Lane Tea's Dutch Picnic blend is a floral elixir that takes your tea cocktails to new heights. With its carefully curated combination of Camellia Sinensis, Rose, and Lavender, this versatile loose-leaf tea opens up a world of possibilities for creative mixology.

Whether you're enjoying a Dutch Picnic Gin Fizz, a Lavender Rose Martini, or a refreshing Dutch Picnic Iced Tea Punch, the floral notes of this exquisite blend will transport you to a serene and blissful state.

So, gather your ingredients, when you shop online, infuse your spirits with the essence of Dutch Picnic, and prepare to embark on a floral journey of taste and aroma that will leave your guests enchanted. Cheers to a captivating tea cocktail experience with Wild Lane Tea's Dutch Picnic!

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