Grape Sage Oolong Supper

Oolong brings a rounded, toasted tea flavor, white grape juice adds softness, and sage supplies a small savory note. A single small leaf is enough to change the aroma. Remove it once you can taste it rather than leaving it to become stronger through the whole meal. The grape should round the tea without turning it into a sweet bottled drink. This is an understated dinner cooler with a dry, herbal finish. The oolong base contains caffeine.

Ingredients

• 1 tea bag Oolong tea
• 6 oz Water
• 2 oz White grape juice
• 1 leaf Sage leaf

Make it

1. Brew the tea in the measured water, using the temperature and steeping time on its packet. Remove the tea bag.
2. Cool the tea in a heatproof container, then chill for about 30 minutes.
3. Mash any soft fruit in a separate glass. Lightly bruise herbs or ginger; add these and the listed juices or spices to the cooled tea.
4. Stir well and taste. Remove ginger or herb sprigs when their flavor suits you. Strain if you prefer a smoother drink, then serve chilled.

Benefits

Oolong and grape · refreshing fluids

Using oolong, grape, and sage turns the measured water into a drink with a fragrant, layered tea flavor. That water still counts toward your fluid intake.

Let sage bring the interest

The oolong and grape carries an earthy herbal edge from sage; use the listed amounts to enjoy the balance between those flavors, then adjust to your taste.

Contains caffeine.