Cranberry Spice Tea
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Cranberry Spice Tea, a warm and invigorating beverage that perfectly balances tart cranberries, zesty orange, and aromatic spices. Bursting with flavors of cinnamon and cloves, this tea combines the comfort of classic black tea with the festive flair of seasonal ingredients. Simmered to perfection, the cranberries release their vibrant hue and tangy essence, creating a delightful infusion that’s both visually stunning and deeply satisfying. With a touch of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, this tea is easily customizable to suit your taste. Perfect for winter gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire, Cranberry Spice Tea is a showstopper for any tea lover. Keep it simple or dress it up with an orange slice or cinnamon stick garnish for an extra-special presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 strip (about 2 inches) Orange zest
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces Whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 2 bags or teaspoons Black tea bags or loose black tea
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine water, cranberries, orange zest, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes. The cranberries will burst as they cook, releasing their flavor.
After 10 minutes, add the black tea bags or loose black tea to the saucepan. Let it steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the tea into a teapot or serving jug using a fine mesh sieve. Discard the solids.
If desired, stir in honey or maple syrup to sweeten the tea to your liking.
Serve the tea hot in mugs. Optionally, garnish with a fresh slice of orange or a cinnamon stick for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 212 mg | 5% | |
*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.
