Russian Tea Non Tea
Warm up your day with a comforting cup of Russian Tea Non Tea, a charming twist on classic spiced beverages that’s packed with vibrant fruit flavors and aromatic spices. This unique recipe blends instant tea powder with orange juice, pineapple juice, and a hint of lemon, creating a lively citrus medley that pairs beautifully with the warming notes of cinnamon sticks and whole cloves. Sweetened to perfection, this drink is simmered gently to infuse the flavors, making it a soothing and fragrant treat for chilly afternoons or cozy gatherings. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this versatile beverage is perfect for serving guests or sipping solo—bonus points if you garnish with a fresh orange slice or a cinnamon stick for a festive flair. Whether you’re seeking an unconventional tea recipe or a fresh take on spiced drinks, Russian Tea Non Tea is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Instant tea powder
- 2 cups Orange juice
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 unit Cinnamon stick
- 5 units Whole cloves
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the 4 cups of water, cinnamon stick, and whole cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the spices steep in the water for 10 minutes.
Strain the liquid to remove the cinnamon stick and cloves, returning the spiced water to the saucepan.
Add the instant tea powder, orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and sugar to the spiced water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Turn the heat to medium and warm the mixture until hot, but do not boil.
Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired by adding more sugar or lemon juice.
Serve the Russian Tea Non Tea in mugs while hot. Optionally, garnish with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick for an extra festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.0 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 273.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1171 mg | 25% | |
*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.
