Tea Time Twist

Other Family • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Tea Time Twist cocktail containing English orange marmalade, Runny honey, Planteray 3 Stars White Rum, Cold Lapsang Souchong tea in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Planteray 3 Stars White Rum or alternative

Other Ingredients

1.00 spoon English orange marmalade
1.00 spoon Runny honey
1.00 fl oz Cold Lapsang Souchong tea

Directions

Chill martini glass
Stir honey and marmalade with rum until dissolved
Add tea to mixture
Add ice to shaker
Shake well
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Express lemon zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

Imagine the savory smoke of a campfire meeting citrus brightness and honey sweetness—this is the Tea Time Twist in a single sip.

This sophisticated cocktail transforms traditional afternoon tea into a spirited affair, with Plantation 3 Stars White Rum providing a clean canvas for the bold character of Lapsang Souchong tea. The distinctive smoky notes of the tea intertwine beautifully with the bittersweet orange marmalade, while honey adds a smooth roundness that makes each sip dangerously drinkable. Perfect for autumn evenings or whenever you want something that bridges the gap between cozy and refreshing, the Tea Time Twist is surprisingly simple to make despite its complex flavor profile. The cocktail pairs wonderfully with spiced nuts, dark chocolate desserts, or even savory fare like smoked salmon canapés—the smoky tea notes complementing foods with similar depth while the citrus cuts through richness.