Description
Cool off this summer with a refreshing Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea, perfect for hot days and social gatherings. This vibrant drink combines the zesty brightness of oranges with the warm, aromatic spice of cinnamon, creating a delightful beverage that is both satisfying and hydrating. Whether you are hosting a barbecue or enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, this iced tea is sure to impress your guests while keeping you cool. Enjoy it as is or enhance it with garnishes like fresh orange slices and cinnamon sticks for an elegant touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags or 4 tsp loose leaf tea
- 1 large orange (zest and juice)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 star anises (optional)
- honey or sugar (optional)
- ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Boil the water in a saucepan.
- While waiting for the water to boil, zest the orange.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and add tea bags, cinnamon sticks, and orange zest; cover and steep for 5-8 minutes.
- Juice the orange while the tea steeps.
- Remove tea bags and strain the mixture into another container.
- Stir in fresh orange juice and sweeten to taste.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
- Serve over ice, garnished with orange slices and additional spices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg