Orange Tea Punch
Brighten up your beverage repertoire with this refreshing Orange Tea Punch, a vibrant fusion of citrusy orange juice, zesty lemon juice, and robust black tea. Infused with warming spices like cloves and a cinnamon stick, this drink delivers a fragrant depth of flavor that's perfectly balanced by a splash of sparkling water for a hint of effervescence. Sweetened to perfection and served over ice, this punch is ideal for summer gatherings or elegant brunches. Garnished with fresh slices of orange and lemon, it’s as visually enticing as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes and serving up to six, this easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser that draws on simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for tea lovers seeking a twist, Orange Tea Punch is a must-try for your next celebration or relaxing afternoon.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups orange juice
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups water
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups lemon juice
- 6 pieces cloves
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 0.5 pieces orange slices
- 0.5 pieces lemon slices
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Let the mixture steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags, cloves, and cinnamon stick from the pot. Stir in the granulated sugar until dissolved.
Add the orange juice and lemon juice to the tea mixture, stirring well to combine.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to a serving pitcher.
Just before serving, add the sparkling water to the pitcher and gently stir to incorporate.
Prepare serving glasses by adding a handful of ice cubes to each.
Pour the orange tea punch over the ice and garnish with orange and lemon slices.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 92 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.2 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1134 mg | 24% | |
*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.
