Hot Spiced Cider Tea

Looking for a warm drink to keep you cozy during fall and winter, or to comfort you during a rainy day? This delicious hot spiced cider tea is exactly what you’re searching for. 

Ingredients: 

• 2 (4-inch) cinnamon sticks 

• ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns 

• 2 to 3 whole cloves 

• 3 to 5 whole cardamon pods 

• 5 coin-size pieces fresh ginger 

• 2 (1-inch) strips orange peel 

• 2 (1-inch) strips lemon peel 

• 5 cups cold water 

• 4 bags orange-pekoe tea 

• 3 cups apple cider 

• 1 orange, juiced 

Instructions: 

Step 1: Lightly crush the cinnamon, peppercorns, cloves, and cardamom pods in a mortar and pestle or on a cutting board with the bottom of a saucepan. Transfer to a medium saucepan, add the ginger, citrus peels. 

Step 2: Put the crushed spices in a medium saucepan and add the water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, partially covered, until aromatic, and the cinnamon stick opens a bit, about 10 minutes. 

Step 3: Add the tea bags, immediately remove from the heat, and steep for 3 to 4 minutes. 

Step 4: Remove the tea bags, and add the cider and juice of 1 orange. Return the pan to a medium heat and warm, taking care not to let the tea boil. Serve hot and enjoy! 

Source: Food Network