Description
A warm and soothing Cinnamon Apple Tea with Ginger, perfect for cozy moments. This flavorful tea infuses fresh apple slices, cinnamon, and ginger with a hint of nutmeg, sweetened with optional honey and brightened with lemon juice. Ideal for a comforting, aromatic beverage.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups of water
- 1 medium apple (preferably red or green), cored and thinly sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- A pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
- Tea bag of your choice (black, green, or herbal)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Begin by pouring 2 cups of water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
- Add Ingredients: Once boiling, add the sliced apple, cinnamon stick, and ginger slices into the saucepan.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes. This allows the flavors to infuse into the water.
- Add Nutmeg (Optional): Add a pinch of ground nutmeg for additional warmth and aroma if desired.
- Cool Slightly: After simmering, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Strain: Strain the liquid into a teapot or heatproof serving vessel, discarding the apple slices, cinnamon stick, and ginger.
- Steep Tea: Add the tea bag of your choice to the strained liquid and let it steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your preferred tea strength.
- Sweeten: Remove the tea bag and sweeten the tea with honey if desired, stirring well.
- Add Lemon Juice: Add lemon juice for a touch of brightness and to balance the flavors.
- Serve: Serve hot in teacups and enjoy the warm, aromatic blend.
Notes
- This tea can be enjoyed with any tea variety—black, green, or herbal—based on your preference.
- Adjust honey according to your desired level of sweetness or omit it altogether for a sugar-free version.
- Fresh ginger gives a robust flavor, but dried ginger powder can be used as a substitute in smaller amounts.
- The lemon juice adds a refreshing tang and helps balance the sweetness and spice.
- Straining properly is key to a smooth tea without pulp or fibrous bits.
- For a caffeine-free option, opt for herbal tea bags.
- Keep the tea warm by covering the teapot or serving vessel.
