Description
A cozy and comforting citrus-infused tea with warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Perfect for chilly mornings or relaxing evenings, this spiced clementine tea is soothing, aromatic, and naturally sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium clementines, juiced and sliced
- 3 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 star anise pod
- 1-inch fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey (optional)
Instructions
- Warm your teacups or teapot by rinsing them with hot water.
- In a saucepan, add water, clementine juice and slices, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, and ginger.
- Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Let it bubble for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Turn off the heat, cover the pan, and let it steep for another 5 minutes.
- Strain the tea into mugs or a teapot. Stir in honey if using.
- Garnish with a clementine slice or cinnamon stick and serve warm.
Notes
- Use organic clementines to avoid bitterness from the peel.
- Try adding rosemary or chamomile for extra herbal depth.
- Chill leftovers and serve over ice for a refreshing version.