Spicy Orange Tea Recipe

Spice up your afternoon with this vibrant Spicy Orange Tea recipe, inspired by a vintage Better Homes and Gardens recipe! This warming beverage blends the fragrant zest of orange with aromatic cinnamon and cloves, creating a cozy and invigorating drink perfect for chilly evenings or a delightful pick-me-up. Easy to make in just 15 minutes, it's the perfect recipe for one, or easily doubled. Feel free to add a splash of your favorite liquor for an adult twist!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 123.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Orange Tea

  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tbsp. honey
  • 1/2 orange, juiced
  • 1 tea bag (black tea recommended)
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 cup water

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How to Make Spicy Orange Tea

  1. Combine 1/2 cup water, 2 whole cloves, and 1 cinnamon stick in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon honey, 1/2 cup water, and the juice of 1/2 orange.
  4. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat immediately.
  5. Add 1 tea bag (black tea recommended).
  6. Cover and steep for 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the tea bag and spices.
  8. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters (or to taste).
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

124g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g