Tea Cocktails in New York City
Green-tini
Matcha tea powder mixed with dry vermouth, simple syrup and vodka. A cucumber garnish adds to the coolness.
Have it mixed for you at Yumcha, 29 Bedford Street at Downing St.
Paris tea
Black tea blended with vanilla, bergamot oil and black currant. Add vodka and lime juice.
Have it mixed for you at Morrisey Park, 121 St. Marks Place, bet. 1st and Avenue A
Pearls of Jasmine
Blend green tea with jasmine buds from In Pursuit of Tea, then combine with vodka, peach puree, simple syrup and lime juice.
Have it mixed for you at Flatiron Lounge, 37 West 19th St. between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
Chelsea Chai
Infuse sweet vermouth with black chai (tea with cardamon, cloves, cinnamon and chocolate). Add Courvoisier VS, lemon juice, simple syrup and fresh pomegranate juice.
Have it mixed for you at Employees Only, 510 Hudson St. between Christopher and West 10th St.