Refreshing Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea Recipe
A refreshing and aromatic iced tea featuring the bright citrus flavor of oranges combined with warm cinnamon spice, perfect for a cool, invigorating summer drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Tea Base
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
Flavorings
- 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (such as sugar, honey, or your preferred sweetener)
Instructions
- Brew the Tea: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a pot. Remove from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes until strong and flavorful.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the tea bags and stir in 2 cinnamon sticks and 2 tablespoons of sweetener while the tea is still warm, ensuring the sweetener dissolves completely. Add thinly sliced orange pieces to infuse bright citrus aroma.
- Chill the Tea: Transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled to develop the combined flavors of orange and cinnamon.
- Serve: Serve the iced tea over ice cubes, optionally garnished with additional orange slices or a cinnamon stick for extra aroma and visual appeal.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness based on preference or substitute sugar with honey or a sugar alternative.
- For stronger cinnamon flavor, gently crush the cinnamon sticks before adding.
- Use freshly sliced orange for the best citrus flavor; other citrus such as lemon can be substituted.
- Steep the tea longer if a bolder tea flavor is desired.
Keywords: iced tea, orange tea, cinnamon tea, refreshing drinks, summer beverage, black tea iced tea
