Ingredients
Drunken Cherries:
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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2 (1x3-inch) strips orange peel
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2 1/2 cups bourbon
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup (thawed) frozen pitted dark sweet cherries or pitted fresh cherries
Bourbon Slush:
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6 cups water
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6 black tea bags
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1 cup white sugar
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1 (12-ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate
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1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate
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halved orange slices, for garnish
Directions
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For drunken cherries, combine brown sugar and orange peel in a pint-size canning jar. Muddle until peel releases oils. Add 1/2 cup bourbon and the vanilla. Cover and shake vigorously until sugar dissolves. Add cherries; cover and shake gently to combine. Chill at least 8 hours (and up to 1 year).
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Meanwhile, bring 3 cups water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat. Add tea bags. Steep according to package directions. Remove and discard tea bags. Add white sugar; stir to dissolve. Let cool.
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Pour tea mixture and remaining 3 cups water into an extra-large pitcher or freezer-safe container. Add lemonade and orange juice concentrates; stir until combined. Stir in remaining 2 cups bourbon. Freeze until almost firm, 8 to 12 hours. (Freeze in an airtight container up to 1 year.)
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When ready to serve, let frozen tea mixture stand at room temperature until partially thawed and slushy, 15 to 30 minutes. Stir well, then spoon into glasses. Garnish with drunken cherries and orange slices. Serve immediately.
From the Editor
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of drunken cherries. The actual amount of drunken cherries consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 337 | Calories |
| 0g | Fat |
| 57g | Carbs |
| 1g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
| Calories 337 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 50g | |
| Protein 1g | 3% |
| Vitamin C 78mg | 87% |
| Calcium 37mg | 3% |
| Iron 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium 361mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
