Cooler mornings and evenings make this a great time of year for sitting down with a hot cup of tea. Sipping tea can help you feel cozy and relaxed while also providing a few health benefits. For example, tea has certain chemicals called polyphenols that have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease and diabetes. If you’re looking for a way to spice up your regular tea or add more flavor to it, there are tons of options available. Consider making the following hot tea recipes this season using filtered water for a better taste.
Spiced Green Tea
Green tea has higher amounts of polyphenols, making it an even healthier choice compared to red or black tea. This spiced green tea recipe provides an easy way for you to enjoy the health benefits of this type of tea. To make it, you’ll need the following:
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger or ground ginger
- 4 bags of green tea
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon
- 4 cups water
- 4 crushed cardamom pods
- 2 tablespoons honey
Combine the cinnamon sticks, ginger, tea, lemon, and cardamom in a large bowl. Add the cups of boiling water, then let the tea steep for about 5 minutes. Strain the tea, then add honey to sweeten it. Recipe inspired by Taste of Home.
Vanilla Tea
Vanilla offers a simple way to add flavor to a plain cup of tea. With just a few more ingredients, you’ll have a cup of spiced vanilla tea to enjoy. For this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
- 1 bag of orange pekoe tea
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Boil the water, then add it to a teacup or mug. Steep the tea in the cup or mug for about 3 minutes. Remove the tea bag, then add milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar to the tea and stir. Skip the sugar to make this cup of tea healthier. Recipe inspired by Allrecipes.
Minty Chocolate Tea Latte
If you’re looking for hot tea recipes that have some flair, try this mint chocolate tea latte recipe. This recipe gives you a sweet and creamy tea to have with dessert. To make it, gather these ingredients:
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons cacao nibs
- 1 teaspoon peppermint tea
- 1 teaspoon black tea
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1/3 cup low-fat milk
Grind the cacao nibs using a mini food processor while boiling the water on the stove. Combine the ground cacao nibs, peppermint tea, black tea, water, and brown sugar in a teapot. Steep for 5 minutes while heating the milk on the stove in a pan on low heat. When bubbles form, the milk is done. If you have a French press, pour the milk into it and pump the plunger. Strain the tea, then pour it into a cup. Add the frothed milk to it, and place chocolate shavings or mint leaves on it for extra flavor. Recipe inspired by Oh, How Civilized.
Apple Honey Tea
This tea recipe combines the soothing texture and flavor of honey with the tart taste of apples for a comforting beverage. You only need a few ingredients to make this tea, which include the following:
- 4 bags of black tea
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 cups unsweetened apple juice
- 3 cups water
- Lemon slices
To make apple honey tea, place the tea bags in a pot of boiling water to brew. Take the bags out of the water, then add the apple juice and honey. Stir the tea, then garnish with lemon slices if desired. You can serve this tea hot or enjoy it cold if you’re in the mood for iced tea. Thanks, Just A Pinch, for the inspiration.
Brown Sugar Milk Tea
Brown sugar milk tea is another creamy tea recipe with a sweet taste. You can sip a cup of this tea after dinner or drink it in the morning for some extra energy. You’ll need these ingredients for this recipe:
- 1 to 2 cups water
- 2 bags of black tea
- 1 to 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Pinch of brown sugar for added flavor
Boil the water in a pot or kettle, then pour some into a mug to heat it up. You can dump the water out when the mug feels warm. Put the tea bags in the mug, then add 1 cup of boiling water. Let the tea steep for the recommended amount of time on the package. Warm the milk in a small pot on the stove. Take the tea bags out of the mug, then add the brown sugar and stir until it dissolves. Add the warm milk to the tea. For a healthier option, you can substitute the whole milk with low-fat milk. Recipe inspired by Sweet Steep.
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