Cinnamon Tea Korea
Experience the warm, soothing flavors of *Cinnamon Tea Korea*, a traditional Korean beverage known for its comforting aroma and health-boosting properties. Crafted with cinnamon sticks and fresh ginger, this herbal tea is gently simmered to extract its rich, spiced essence, creating a perfect balance of earthy sweetness when paired with brown sugar and a touch of optional honey. The addition of pine nuts as a garnish adds an authentic and elegant finish to each cup. Ready in just 30 minutes, this delightful drink is both a cozy treat on chilly days and a digestif with a cultural twist. Whether you’re exploring Korean cuisine or simply seeking a natural and flavorful way to unwind, this cinnamon ginger tea is an inviting choice for tea enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 6 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Pine nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Place the cinnamon sticks in a medium-sized pot.
2. Peel the ginger and slice it into thin pieces. Add the ginger slices to the pot.
3. Pour 6 cups of water into the pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Once the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25–30 minutes until the liquid is aromatic and slightly concentrated.
5. After simmering, remove the pot from heat and strain the liquid to remove the cinnamon sticks and ginger slices.
6. Stir in the brown sugar until fully dissolved. Taste the tea and adjust sweetness with honey if desired.
7. Pour the tea into serving cups and garnish with a few pine nuts for an authentic touch if using.
8. Serve the cinnamon tea warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 142 mg | 3% | |
*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.
