Mexican Tea Punch
Warm up your gatherings with the delightful flavors of Mexican Tea Punch, a traditional and aromatic beverage that's perfect for cozy evenings or festive celebrations. This comforting drink blends the robust notes of black tea with the earthy warmth of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, sweetened with authentic piloncillo or dark brown sugar. Infused with fresh orange and lemon juices, and accented by slices of apple, orange, and optional guava, every sip bursts with fruity, spiced goodness. For an extra touch, you can add a splash of rum to create a spirited version of this classic punch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe serves as both a heartwarming drink and a stunning centerpiece for your table. Serve it straight from the pot into heatproof glasses, garnished with vibrant fruit slices, and enjoy the rich traditions of Mexican tea punch in every sip! Keywords: Mexican Tea Punch, spiced tea drink, piloncillo punch, traditional Mexican beverage, warm holiday drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Water
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 2 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 4 pieces Cloves
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 1 cup Piloncillo (or dark brown sugar)
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 1 medium Apple, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Orange, thinly sliced
- 2 pieces Fresh guava, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 cup Rum (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Let simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the water with the spices.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and add the piloncillo (or brown sugar). Stir until dissolved, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the black tea bags to the pot and let them steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and discard them.
Stir in the fresh orange juice and lemon juice, ensuring the punch remains warm but not boiling.
Add the sliced apple, sliced orange, and chopped guava (if using) to the pot. Simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes to allow the fruit to release its flavors.
If desired, stir in the rum just before serving for an optional boozy kick. Do not boil the punch after adding alcohol.
Ladle the warm tea punch into mugs or heatproof glasses, ensuring each serving gets some fruit slices for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting, aromatic flavors of this traditional Mexican Tea Punch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 155 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 344.0 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 298.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 601 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2301 mg | 49% | |
*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.
