Description
This Refreshingly Delicious Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea is a perfect blend of bold black tea, zesty fresh orange slices, and aromatic cinnamon sticks, sweetened with honey or sugar. Served chilled over ice, it’s a delightful and invigorating drink ideal for warm days or any time you want a refreshing beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 4 black tea bags
- 4 cups filtered water
Flavor Enhancers
- 1 large fresh orange, sliced
- 2 whole cinnamon sticks
Sweetener
- 1/4 cup sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Boil 4 cups of filtered water in a pot until it reaches a rolling boil to ensure the tea brews perfectly and all flavors are fully extracted.
- Steep Tea: Remove the water from heat and steep the 4 black tea bags for about 5 minutes to brew a strong, flavorful tea base.
- Add Orange and Cinnamon: Add the sliced orange and 2 cinnamon sticks to the pot and steep for another 5 minutes to infuse the tea with citrusy and spicy notes.
- Sweeten Tea: Remove the tea bags, then stir in 1/4 cup sugar or honey while the mixture is still warm to dissolve the sweetener evenly.
- Cool the Tea: Allow the tea mixture to cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to chill thoroughly.
- Serve: Serve the chilled tea over ice cubes and garnish with additional orange slices or a light sprinkle of cinnamon for an attractive presentation and added flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sugar or honey according to your preferred sweetness level.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, gently crush the cinnamon sticks before steeping.
- Use fresh orange slices for the best citrus aroma and taste.
- If you prefer caffeine-free, substitute black tea with a herbal tea of choice.
- Make sure to cool the tea completely before refrigerating to maintain freshness.
