Spiced Iced Tea
Cool down with a refreshing twist on a classic beverage with this Spiced Iced Tea recipe! Infused with aromatic flavors of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and a hint of ground ginger, this drink transforms ordinary black tea into a bold, zesty experience. Sweetened with honey and brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice, it's the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Serve it chilled over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices for a touch of elegance. Perfect for hot summer days or entertaining guests, this easy-to-make spiced iced tea is a delightful way to elevate your refreshment game while showcasing the rich allure of warming spices.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 6 pieces whole cloves
- 4 pieces cardamom pods
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons honey or sweetener of choice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 5 pieces fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 2 pieces lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the black tea bags, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, cardamom pods, and ground ginger.
Let the spices and tea bags steep for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Discard the tea bags and strain the tea to remove the whole spices.
Stir in the honey or sweetener of choice and lemon juice until fully dissolved.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a pitcher and refrigerate until chilled (approximately 1 hour).
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the spiced iced tea over the ice.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
25 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*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.
