Spiced Cinnamon Tea: A Cozy Ritual for Chilly Days Recipe
Spiced Cinnamon Tea is a warm and cozy beverage perfect for chilly days. Made by simmering whole cinnamon sticks in water, this aromatic tea offers a comforting and gentle spice that soothes the senses. Ideal as a relaxing ritual, it can be enjoyed plain or enhanced with additions like honey or nutmeg for a richer flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces whole cinnamon sticks, preferably broken into smaller pieces
- 2 cups water
- Optional: splash of honey
- Optional: pinch of fresh nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Sticks: Place the cinnamon sticks into a saucepan and pour in 2 cups of water.
- Simmer the Water: Bring the water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. You should hear a soft bubbling sound and smell a fragrant cinnamon aroma filling the air.
- Infuse the Flavor: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 10 to 15 minutes. This allows the cinnamon flavor to fully infuse into the water.
- Rest the Tea: Once the tea is fragrant and slightly darker in color, turn off the heat and let it sit for a minute or two to settle.
- Strain the Tea: Strain the tea through a fine sieve or tea strainer into cups, removing all cinnamon pieces.
- Serve Warm: Serve the cinnamon tea warm to enjoy the comforting aroma and gentle spice. Optionally, add a splash of honey or a pinch of fresh nutmeg to elevate the flavor.
Notes
- Breaking the cinnamon sticks helps release more flavor during simmering.
- Do not boil vigorously; gentle simmering preserves the delicate taste.
- Adjust infusion time based on desired strength—longer simmering will create a stronger brew.
- Honey should be added after the tea has cooled slightly to preserve its beneficial properties.
- Fresh nutmeg adds a subtle warmth, but is optional.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: cinnamon tea, spiced tea, cozy tea, warm drink, cinnamon infusion, herbal tea, comforting beverage, winter drink
