Ingredients

1cupsugar

½cupwater

3earl grey tea bags

¾ozearl grey (bergamot) tea syrup

½ozfreshly squeezed lemon juice

4ozwater,or fever-tree’s Indian tonic

8ozcrushed ice

Preparation

Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently to dissolve sugar.

Remove from heat and add tea bags. Cover and let steep for 15 minutes.

Remove the tea bags and let the syrup cool for 30 minutes, then transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 1 month.

Fill a highball glass with crushed ice. Pour in ¾ ounce earl grey tea syrup, lemon juice, and 3 to 4 ounces tonic water.

Gently stir to combine and serve.