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Apple Iced Tea: Refreshingly Unique Summer Drink

Apple Iced Tea is a refreshingly unique summer drink that combines the flavors of black tea, apple cider, and maple syrup, garnished with fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups water
  • 4 bags of black tea
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced apples
  • Ice cubes
  • Cinnamon sticks for garnish

Method
 

  1. Start by boiling 2 cups of water in a medium pot. Once it reaches a rolling boil, take it off the heat and immerse the black tea bags. Let them steep for about 5 minutes, then carefully remove the bags.
  2. Mix in the apple cider, maple syrup, and nutmeg, stirring until everything is well blended. Set the mixture aside to cool down to room temperature.
  3. After it has cooled, transfer the tea to the refrigerator and chill for at least an hour.
  4. When ready to serve, fill your glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled apple brew over the ice.
  5. Finish off with a few slices of fresh apple and a cinnamon stick in each glass for a delightful presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 5mgSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a festive twist, consider adding a splash of ginger ale right before serving for some fizz.
  • Enhance the flavor by incorporating a dash of vanilla extract or trying different sweeteners like agave syrup for a unique taste.

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