Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

water

1 cup

sugar

2 tsp

black tea

0.25 tsp

dried mint

0.5 tsp

allspice

6 tbsp

lemon juice

fresh

0.75 cup

orange juice

fresh

2 l

water

boiling

Step 1
~4 min

Combine water and sugar in a pot and bring to a boil.

Step 2
~4 min

Boil for 5 minutes to create a syrup.

Step 3
~4 min

Add black tea, dried mint, and allspice to the boiling syrup.

Step 4
~4 min

Cover the pot and let it steep for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Step 5
~4 min

Strain the tea mixture to remove the solids.

Step 6
~4 min

Add lemon juice and orange juice to the strained tea.

Step 7
~4 min

Add boiling water to dilute the tea to the desired strength.

Step 8
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil briefly.

Step 9
~4 min

Serve hot and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

Garnish with a slice of orange or lemon.

Serve with cinnamon sticks for added spice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot or iced.

Accompany with cookies or scones.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Scones
Cookies
Muffins

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

New England

Cultural Significance

Associated with fall and winter holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Winter
Fall
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Popularity Score

65/100

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