Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea, a perfect beverage for hot summer days and lively gatherings. This easy-to-make iced tea blends the zesty brightness of oranges with the warm spice of cinnamon, creating a unique flavor that will impress your guests. Whether you’re enjoying a serene afternoon or hosting a barbecue, this delightful drink elevates any occasion. With its customizable sweetness and stunning presentation, featuring vibrant orange slices and aromatic cinnamon sticks, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags (or 4 tsp loose leaf)
- 1 large orange
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- Optional: 2 star anises
- Honey or sugar (to sweeten)
- Ice cubes for serving
- Orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a saucepan. Zest the orange while waiting.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and add tea bags, cinnamon sticks, and orange zest. Cover and steep for 5 to 8 minutes.
- Juice the orange. After steeping, strain the tea to remove solids and stir in fresh juice along with sweetener to taste.
- Let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating until fully chilled.
- Serve over ice in glasses garnished with orange slices and cinnamon sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg