Agave-Sweetened Orange-Orange Pekoe Tea
A refreshing blend of orange-flavored black tea sweetened with agave nectar and brightened with fresh citrus juices. This cooling drink combines the warmth of cinnamon with the vibrant flavors of orange and lemon.
12 servings
1 hr 10 min
Ingredients
- •12 cups cold water
- •2 pieces 2-inch cinnamon sticks
- •12 bags tea bags orange-flavored black tea
- •2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
- •½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- •1½ cups agave nectar
- •1 to taste Ice cubes
- •12 wedges orange wedges
- •for garnish
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
• In a stockpot, combine the water and cinnamon sticks and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and immediately add the tea bags, orange juice, lemon juice, and agave nectar. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes.
35 min
- 2.
• Remove the lid, allow the tea to cool, and remove the tea bags with a slotted spoon.
30 min
- 3.
• To serve, ladle into pint-size canning jars filled with ice and garnish with orange wedges.
5 min