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Fireball Orange Sweet Tea

Modified: Jan 25, 2024 · Published: Oct 13, 2019 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 524 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article.

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Fireball orange sweet tea recipe.
Fireball orange sweet tea recipe.

Fireball orange sweet tea is a blend of sweet tea, orange juice, and fireball whisky. Drinks with fireball are perfect any time of year - they're refreshing in the summer and have a cozy kick for fall.

A glass of fireball orange sweet tea on a marble counter top.

Don't know what to mix with that bottle of Fireball whisky? Look no further. You're going to love this recipe for fireball orange sweet tea! It's perfectly sweetened, refreshing, and has a kick of spice from the addition of Fireball whisky.

Serve this cocktail over ice with an orange wedge - it's refreshing and light during those hot summer months, and has a nice kick of warmth that's perfect for fall.

Looking for more Fireball cocktail recipes? Try my apple pie cocktail - it's made with apple cider and tastes just like a slice of apple pie!

Ingredients and substitutions

Ingredients for making a drink with orange juice, fireball whisky, and iced tea.
  • Fireball whisky - Adds spiced cinnamon flavor to the cocktail. Fireball brand whisky can be substituted with any brand of cinnamon whisky.
  • Orange juice - I recommend freshly squeezed orange juice for best flavor, but bottled orange juice will also work.
  • Sweet tea - Freshly brewed sweet tea adds the best flavor. Unsweet tea also works in this recipe if you'd prefer a less sweet cocktail.

Tips and tricks

For freshly squeezed orange juice - I personally use this orange manual juicer from Amazon. You could also buy a hand juicer with a strainer and container attached for easy pouring.

Garnishes - Add optional garnishes like an orange slice (as shown in the photos), an orange peel, a cinnamon stick, a maraschino cherry, or a turbinado sugar rim.

Frequently asked questions

A glass of fireball orange sweet tea with an orange slice on the rim.
Can I use sweet or unsweet tea?

I've made this recipe with both sweet and unsweet tea. Both work - it just depends on whether you like a sweet or less-sweet cocktail. The orange juice naturally sweetens the cocktail, so you may not need the extra sweetness from the sweet tea.

Do I need a cocktail shaker?

No, this recipe can be stirred together in a highball glass with some ice.

What type of glass should I use?

I'd recommend using a highball glass for this recipe. A highball glass is typically used when a cocktail contains a large amount of non-alcoholic mixer that's poured over ice.

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A glass of fireball orange sweet tea on a marble counter top.
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4.85 from 39 reviews

Fireball Orange Sweet Tea

Fireball orange sweet tea is a blend of sweet tea, orange juice, and fireball whisky. Drinks with fireball are perfect any time of year - they're refreshing in the summer and have a cozy kick for fall.
Prep Time5 minutes minutes
Total Time5 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 176kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 4-5 ounces tea, sweet or unsweet
  • 2 ounces orange juice
  • 1.5 ounces fireball whisky
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Instructions

  • Fill a tall glass with ice. Add tea, orange juice, and fireball whisky. Stir to combine. Optionally, shake in a cocktail shaker and pour over ice.
  • Garnish with an orange slice and serve immediately.

Equipment Recommendations

  • Stainless Steel Double Jigger
  • Cocktail Stirrer
  • Pyrex Liquid Measuring Cups

Notes

  • Sweet or unsweet tea can be used in this recipe, based on your personal preferences. Using unsweet tea will lower the calories and sugar. 
  • If using fresh oranges, one orange contains about 2 ounces of juice. Plan to use one orange for every drink made, plus extra for garnish.

Nutrition Estimate

Serving: 1glass | Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 113mg | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 113IU | Vitamin C: 28mg
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

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  1. Joe

    June 18, 2022 at 9:40 pm

    First thought was probably not interested in this recipe. Then decided to give it a try. So glad I did!! Great idea, wonderful flavor! Thanks

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  2. Jennifer

    March 03, 2022 at 9:32 pm

    Tried this drink and I loved it! Ready to make more!🙂

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  3. steve

    August 08, 2020 at 11:46 pm

    Did this fireball orange sweet tea w neighbors. Everybody liked it. Nice summer time drink. Good for sipping but my crowd swigs and refills quickly.

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  4. Erick Billings

    June 05, 2020 at 8:05 pm

    I'm trying this first time today and it's pretty good. I doubled the Fireball to 3-4oz on the second mix and it seemed to bring the cinnamon taste out I bit better. But a good mix all around!👍

    Reply

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