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Lemon, Lime & Bitters: Velvet Static

Sydney, Australia Australia/Sydney

History

An Australian pub staple since at least the mid-20th century, this low-alcohol refresher became so ubiquitous it is often called the country’s national drink. This is a clearly labeled house field riff rather than a historical classic: Black tea contributes dry tannin and a quietly smoky backbone.

Other · yields one cocktail

Ingredients

  • 14 oz lemon-lime soda
  • 21/2 oz lime cordial
  • 35 dashes aromatic bitters
  • 4Lime wedge
  • 51/2 oz chilled black tea

Method

  1. 01Coat the glass with bitters, add ice and cordial, then top with soda.
  2. 02Mix the tea with the other ingredients and serve especially cold.

Enjoy responsibly. Recipes are intended for adults of legal drinking age.