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Nadia James

Spiced Cranberry Iced Tea

Gently spiced cranberry tea gives holiday color without relying on soda.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting / chilling / cooling 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups water
  • 3 bags black tea
  • 3/4 cup cranberry juice
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 4 thin orange slices
  • 1 cup ice

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • pitcher
  • four glasses

Method
 

  1. Bring water and cinnamon stick just to a boil; remove from heat and steep tea bags 4 minutes.
  2. Remove tea bags and cinnamon stick, then stir in cranberry juice and maple syrup.
  3. Refrigerate tea base at least 30 minutes until thoroughly chilled.
  4. Divide ice among four glasses, pour in tea and garnish with orange slices.

Notes

  • Do not steep tea too long or it becomes harsh.
Storage: Refrigerate unsweetened or sweetened brewed tea covered and use within 24 hours for best taste.
Serving suggestion: Serve at brunch with sweet pastries.