Russian Tea (non-tea)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 3
A warm and comforting fruity beverage perfect for chilly evenings.
in Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 cups water ( Divided )
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/3 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup white sugar
2 cans frozen orange juice concentrate
1 1/2 lemons , juiced
1 tablespoon orange zest

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
137
Sugar
32g
Fat
0g
Russian Tea (non-tea) is a warm and fruity beverage that is perfect for chilly evenings. Despite its name, it contains no actual tea leaves. Instead, it gets its flavor from a variety of spices and orange juice concentrate. The warm and comforting drink is perfect for snuggling up with a good book or enjoying with friends and family. The recipe is easy to make and can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd. The tea is also versatile and can be customized with additional spices or flavors to suit individual tastes.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil.
2.Add in the cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
3.Stir in the frozen orange juice concentrate and orange zest.
4.Add in the remaining 2 cups of water and lemon juice.
5.Heat the mixture on medium heat until it comes to a boil.
6.Reduce the heat and allow the tea to simmer for 10 minutes.
7.Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a serving pitcher. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is easy to make, and provides a warm and comforting beverage that is low in fat and calories.

CONS

The high sugar content may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This warm beverage is packed with vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and fight off colds and illnesses. The spices used can also provide anti-inflammatory benefits and aid digestion.

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