I’ve got gallons of apple cider in the fridge because I love a big steaming mug of spiced hot apple cider. Big time. And it’s even better if I can drink that mug while sitting in front of the fire. And now I’ve managed to even turn my morning tea into a mug of hot cider. Because really, if pumpkin spice lattes can be a massive industry, hot apple cider tea should be a thing.
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Warm Apple Cider Cinnamon Tea
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
Description
Add apple cider and a cinnamon stick to your morning cup of black tea for a new autumnal twist.
Ingredients
- 6-8 oz apple cider
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tea bag or tea leaves (use your favorite black tea)
Instructions
- Heat apple cider and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat until cider is simmering and then remove from heat. Pour into a mug over your tea bag and steep for 3 minutes. Remove tea and enjoy a delicious cup of hot apple cider tea!
- Category: Tea
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of tea works best in this recipe?
Your favorite black tea! A full-bodied breakfast blend like Assam or English Breakfast holds up well against the apple cider and cinnamon. Lighter teas like Darjeeling can work but their delicate flavor gets overshadowed. Herbal teas don’t add caffeine but a rooibos or chai blend are good alternatives.
Do I need to boil the apple cider or just warm it?
6-8oz of apple cider with a cinnamon stick over medium heat until simmering, then remove it from heat before pouring over the tea bag. Simmering rather than boiling releases the cinnamon’s warmth without cooking off the apple fragrance. Steep the tea for 3 minutes before removing the bag.
Can I use apple juice instead of apple cider?
Apple juice is filtered and significantly sweeter than unfiltered apple cider; it will produce a sweeter, flatter drink. If using juice, reduce by a quarter and add a small squeeze of lemon juice to approximate the slight tartness of cider. Fresh-pressed cider is closest to the recipe’s intent.
Can I make this in a larger batch for a crowd?
Yes, scale up proportionally. Heat the cider and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan until simmering, then steep tea bags in it for 3 minutes (use one bag per 6-8oz). Remove the bags and sticks and ladle into mugs. For a party, keep it warm in a slow cooker on the low setting with fresh cinnamon sticks.
why have I never thought to combine these??