Cinnamon Ouzo Iced Tea Recipe

Escape to a Greek summer with this refreshing Cinnamon Ouzo Iced Tea! This simple yet sophisticated recipe, inspired by the October 2005 issue of Australian Good Taste magazine, is perfect for a hot day. A delightful blend of warming cinnamon, aromatic cardamom, and the unique anise flavor of ouzo, this iced tea is incredibly easy to make – just 5 minutes of prep, then chill for 2 hours (chilling time not included). Prepare ahead and impress your guests with this elegant and flavorful beverage. Find more ouzo recipes from this magazine's 2005 Zaar World Tour: #139433 and #139444.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 16.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.6 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Cinnamon Ouzo Iced Tea

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How to Make Cinnamon Ouzo Iced Tea

  1. In a large heatproof jug, combine 4 green cardamom pods, 1 cinnamon stick (about 4 inches), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 4 black tea bags.
  2. Pour 4 cups of freshly boiled water over the ingredients, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.
  3. Let the mixture steep for 3 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
  4. Remove the tea bags and discard. Remove the cinnamon stick and cardamom pods if desired.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup Ouzo.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to thoroughly chill.
  7. To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the chilled tea over the ice and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g