Cinnamon Anise Tea
Warm your soul with the fragrant and soothing flavors of homemade Cinnamon Anise Tea—a delightful herbal infusion that combines the warm spice of cinnamon sticks with the subtly sweet, licorice-like notes of star anise. This easy-to-make tea requires just 15 minutes of simmering time to extract the rich, aromatic essence of the spices, creating a perfectly balanced brew that's both comforting and invigorating. Customize your cup with a drizzle of honey for natural sweetness and a slice of lemon for a zesty twist. Perfect for cozy evenings or as a midday pick-me-up, this naturally caffeine-free tea not only tastes incredible but also boasts calming properties, making it a favorite for relaxation and wellness. Try this simple recipe today and transform your tea time into an aromatic escape!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 2 whole Cinnamon sticks
- 3 whole Star anise
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
- 2 slices Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Once the water is boiling, add 2 whole cinnamon sticks and 3 whole star anise pods to the saucepan.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
After 10 minutes, turn off the heat and let the tea cool for 2-3 minutes.
Strain the tea into mugs or a teapot to remove the spices.
If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon of honey per mug for sweetness and garnish with a lemon slice for a citrusy touch.
Serve warm and enjoy your soothing Cinnamon Anise Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 300 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
