Rissa's Spicy & Sweet Holiday Tea Blend

Want to try a tea blend? A great recipe over the holidays, it's also wonderful for making in batches and giving away as gifts.

Ingredients:

• 3 Tablespoons loose-leaf green or black tea 

• 1 Tablespoon dried orange peel 

• 1 Tablespoon dried apple pieces

• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

• 1 teaspoon cardamom pods

• 1 teaspoon dried ginger (pieces are better but ground works)

• 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves

• a few white, red or green whole peppercorns, (optional, but they add a nice heat)

  
  

Directions:

1. Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Adjust spices to your preference.

2. Storeblend in an airtight jar to keep fresh.

3. To brew, use 2 teaspoons of the blend per cup of boiling water. Steep for 3–5 minutes. 

4. Strain and serve hot. Add  maple syrup, or a splash of plant milk if desired.