Kurant Tea
A warming and aromatic cocktail that blends the distinct character of blackcurrant vodka with the sweet, soothing notes of Turkish apple tea. Perfect for a cozy evening or a cold weather pick-me-up.
What it tastes like
This drink has a forward aroma of stewed apples and dark berries. The palate is dominated by sweet blackcurrant and tart apple flavors with a warm, thin mouthfeel. It finishes with a clean fruit sweetness and a light floral note from the tea.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Absolut Kurant (Blackcurrant Vodka)40 ml
- Hot Turkish Apple Tea150 ml
- Sugar1 tsp
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Turkish apple tea and allow it to cool slightly so it is hot but not boiling.
- 2
Pour the Absolut Kurant vodka into a large, heat-resistant vessel.
- 3
Top with the hot apple tea.
- 4
Add sugar to taste if extra sweetness is desired.
- 5
Stir gently and serve immediately.
Substitutions
- Absolut KurantCrème de Cassis — This increases the sugar content and adds a more viscous, syrupy texture to the drink.
- Turkish Apple TeaHot Spiced Cider — Cider introduces earthy notes of cinnamon and cloves compared to the cleaner profile of tea.
- SugarHoney — Honey provides a floral depth and a heavier body that complements the warm apple notes.
- Absolut KurantRaspberry Vodka — Using raspberry vodka shifts the fruit profile from dark and jammy to bright and tart.
Variations
Spiced Kurant
Add a single star anise and a lemon peel to the tea while steeping for a more aromatic and slightly medicinal profile.
Kurant Toddy
Increase the vodka to 50ml and add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to balance the sweetness with acidity.