Description
Indulge in a refreshing glass of Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea, a delightful blend of vibrant citrus and warm spice that’s perfect for any summer gathering. This easy-to-make iced tea combines the zesty flavor of fresh oranges with aromatic cinnamon, creating a unique drink that’s both thirst-quenching and invigorating. Ideal for picnics, parties, or a relaxing afternoon at home, this beverage will elevate your warm-weather experience. Serve it over ice with garnishes for a visually appealing presentation that will impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Water
- 4 Black tea bags or 4 tsp loose leaf
- 1 large Orange (zested and juiced)
- 2 Cinnamon sticks
- 2 Star anises (optional)
- Honey or sugar (to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Orange slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil water in a saucepan. While heating, zest the orange to obtain about one teaspoon of zest.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and add tea bags, cinnamon sticks, and orange zest (plus star anises if using). Cover and steep for 5 to 8 minutes.
- Juice the orange while the tea steeps. After steeping, strain the mixture and stir in the fresh orange juice along with honey or sugar if desired.
- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature before refrigerating until fully chilled.
- Serve over ice in glasses garnished with fresh orange slices and cinnamon sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg