Spiced Orange Tea Hot or Cold
Warm up your winter evenings or refresh your summer afternoons with this versatile Spiced Orange Tea, served either hot or cold. Bursting with the bright citrusy flavors of fresh orange juice and zest, this aromatic tea is elevated by the comforting warmth of cinnamon sticks and whole cloves. Sweetened naturally with honey, it balances tangy and spicy notes for a perfectly harmonious sip. Enjoy it piping hot to cozy up on chilly days, or serve it over ice for a cooling treat on warm afternoons. Quick and easy to prepare, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with a garnish of orange slices. Whether you're brewing it for a festive gathering or a quiet moment of self-care, Spiced Orange Tea is your go-to for a flavorful and aromatic tea experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 3 pieces black tea bags
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 4 pieces whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups ice cubes (optional, for cold version)
- 3 pieces orange slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once the water is boiling, add the black tea bags, cinnamon sticks, and whole cloves.
Reduce the heat to low and let the tea steep for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse the liquid.
Add the orange juice, orange zest, and honey to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the mixture over low heat for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together.
Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the tea to remove the tea bags, cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
For the hot version: Pour the tea into cups and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with orange slices.
For the cold version: Let the tea cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Before serving, pour the chilled tea into glasses filled with ice cubes and garnish with orange slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
303 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 678 mg | 14% | |
*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.
