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Names for the Part Tea, Part Lemonade Drink

Drew in Washington, D.C., wonders about names for the drink that’s part lemonade and part sweet tea. It’s sometimes called a half and half, or sunshine tea, but is also widely known as an Arnold Palmer, in honor of the champion golfer who was famously fond of this beverage. Spiked (alcoholic) versions include the Tipsy Palmer and the John Daly, named for another golfer. This is part of a complete episode.

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