Russian Tea | A Great Holiday Gift

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

black tea

🥗Healthier: green tea

💰Cheaper: generic tea bags

Green tea offers health benefits and a lighter flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: cinnamon sticks

Nutmeg adds warmth and spice without the cost of sticks.

Boil water in a kettle or pot.

Add black tea to the boiling water and steep for 3-5 minutes.

Remove tea bags or strain the tea leaves.

Stir in sugar until dissolved.

Add honey for additional sweetness if desired.

Slice lemon and orange, adding them to the tea.

Sprinkle in cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom to taste.

Stir well to combine all flavors.

Serve hot or chilled, garnished with citrus slices.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary