Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
9 cup

water

separated

4 unit

black tea bags

family-size

1 cup

white sugar

1 cup

pineapple juice

6 unit

orange juice concentrate

thawed

0.5 cup

lemon juice

6 unit

whole cloves

2 unit

cinnamon sticks

Step 1
~5 min

Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large stockpot.

Step 2
~5 min

Remove from heat and add tea bags.

Step 3
~5 min

Steep for 5 to 7 minutes, then remove and discard tea bags.

Step 4
~5 min

Return the pot to medium heat.

Step 5
~5 min

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a separate pot.

Step 6
~5 min

Add sugar and stir well until dissolved.

Step 7
~5 min

Pour the sugar mixture into the stockpot with the tea.

Step 8
~5 min

Add pineapple juice, orange juice concentrate, and lemon juice and stir.

Step 9
~5 min

Put cloves in a tea ball and place into the stockpot with the tea-juice mixture.

Step 10
~5 min

Cook for 10 minutes; do not boil.

Step 11
~5 min

Turn the heat down to very low and simmer until flavors blend, 15 to 20 minutes more.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sugar and spices to your liking.

Serve warm or chilled.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with lemon slices.

Serve with cookies or pastries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Scones
Shortbread cookies

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional beverage for gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Winter
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100