Citrus Cranberry Tea Recipe

Forget tea bags! This vibrant Citrus Cranberry Tea is a deliciously hot, tangy, and fruity beverage perfect for parties or cozy nights in. Bursting with the flavors of fresh cranberries and citrus, this warming drink is surprisingly easy to make. Scale the recipe up or down to suit your needs – it's the perfect festive treat!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 85 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Citrus Cranberry Tea

6 cups water
1 cup sugar
Cinnamon Sticks
1 ½ cups cranberry juice
1 cup orange juice
½ cup lemon juice

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How to Make Citrus Cranberry Tea

In a Dutch oven or large kettle, combine 6 cups of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 2 cinnamon sticks.
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer gently for 25 minutes.
Carefully remove the cinnamon sticks and discard them.
Add 1 ½ cups of cranberry juice, 1 cup of orange juice, and ½ cup of lemon juice to the simmering mixture.
Stir gently to combine all the juices.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with orange slices or cranberries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

78g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Citrus Cranberry Tea?

Citrus Cranberry Tea takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Citrus Cranberry Tea?

Citrus Cranberry Tea has approximately 85 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Citrus Cranberry Tea?

The key ingredients for Citrus Cranberry Tea are Water, Sugar, Cinnamon Sticks, Cranberry Juice, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.