Citrus Tea with Tarragon
This soothing sweet and fruity tea is the perfect beverage for a relaxing, stress-free afternoon.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
Makes 8 servings.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup orange juice
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1/2 cup sugar
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1/4 cup honey
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1/4 cup cold water
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3 Tbsp. lemon juice
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2 Tbsp. lime juice
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1/2 cup packed fresh tarragon leaves
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8 cups water
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4 Earl Grey tea bags
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Orange slices (optional)
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Fresh tarragon sprigs (optional)
Directions
1.
In a small saucepan combine orange juice, sugar, honey, 1/4 cup cold water, lemon juice, and lime juice. Bring to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; and let stand 15 minutes.
2.
Place citrus mixture in a blender. Add 1/2 cup tarragon leaves; cover and blend 30 seconds. Line a fine mesh strainer with a double-thickness of cheesecloth. Strain citrus mixture through the sieve; discard any solids.
3.
In a large saucepan bring the 8 cups water to boiling. Remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep for 5 minutes. Remove and discard tea bags. Stir strained citrus mixture into tea. Garnish each serving with orange slices and a tarragon sprig. Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 91, Total Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Monounsaturated Fat 0 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 10 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Total Sugar 23 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 28%, Calcium 2%, Iron 2%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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