Spiced Cider Tea
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Spiced Cider Tea, a soul-warming blend of seasonal flavors and aromatic spices. This soothing recipe combines the natural sweetness of apple cider with the bold depth of black tea, beautifully accented by whole cinnamon, star anise, cloves, and fresh ginger. Infused with vibrant orange slices for a citrusy twist, this spiced beverage is perfect for crisp fall evenings or festive gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a breeze to prepare and can be sweetened to your liking with a drizzle of honey. Serve it warm, garnished with a cinnamon stick or orange slice, to add an elegant touch to this irresistibly fragrant drink. Perfect for tea lovers and cider enthusiasts alike, Spiced Cider Tea is sure to be your go-to recipe for fall and winter!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups water
- 2 black tea bags
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 star anise
- 4 slices fresh ginger (sliced)
- 2 orange slices
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized pot, combine the apple cider and water, and bring to a low simmer over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the black tea bags, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, fresh ginger slices, and orange slices to the pot.
Step 3
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 4
Remove the pot from the heat and remove the tea bags after the 10-minute mark to prevent bitterness.
Step 5
If using honey, stir it in at this stage to sweeten the tea to your desired taste.
Step 6
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and fruit slices.
Step 7
Serve the Spiced Cider Tea warm, garnished with an additional orange slice or cinnamon stick if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1614.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 677.0 |
| Total Fat 3.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 80.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 167.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 135.9g | |
| Protein 3.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 247.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1419.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories