Russian Tea

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"Russian tea is delicious with Salmonberry tart."

  • 10

Ingredients

  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 15 whole cloves
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 oranges
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons black tea leaves
  • 6 cups boiling water

Preparation

Step 1

Simmer spices for 10 minutes in honey and water; let stand for 1 hour. Strain. (Can be done the day before).

Squeeze fruits and cut rinds into quarters. Steep tea in boiling water; strain and add fruit juices and spice mixture, plus rinds. Reheat and serve hot. Garnish with fresh orange slice.