Simple Spiced Apple Juice Tea
Warm up your senses with this Simple Spiced Apple Juice Tea, a cozy and aromatic beverage that's perfect for chilly days or any time you need a comforting treat. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of apple juice with the robust flavor of black tea, enhanced by the festive spices of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. Optional additions like fresh ginger and a touch of honey make it customizable to your taste while adding an extra layer of warmth and depth. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make tea offers the perfect balance of fruity and spiced flavors, making it an ideal choice for relaxing afternoons or holiday gatherings. Serve it warm and savor the cozy vibes in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Apple juice
- 1 cup Water
- 2 pieces Black tea bag
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces Whole cloves
- 1 piece Star anise
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
- 2 slices Thinly sliced fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the apple juice and water.
Add the cinnamon stick, whole cloves, star anise, and fresh ginger slices (if using) to the saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the black tea bags. Let them steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.
Remove the tea bags, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, and ginger slices using a slotted spoon or by straining the liquid.
If desired, stir in honey to sweeten the tea to your taste.
Pour the spiced apple juice tea into mugs and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 61 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 41 mg | 1% | |
*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.
