As the days get colder and the nights get longer we often find ourselves craving hot beverages infused with soul-warming spices such as cinnamon and clove.
Today we want to share a simple recipe that we have been enjoying this season, which transforms your beloved Taheebo Tea into a cozy fall treat. The apple and spices pair nicely with the earthy flavor of Taheebo bark (scroll down for the full recipe). We drink this in addition to our daily cups of Taheebo, like our creamy MCT oil recipe.
We encourage you to give it a try! Snuggle up in a cozy spot with your spicy, warming tea for a quiet moment of appreciation. A meditation could be: Thank You Universe, for all the good things in my life that I don't yet know about
Why we love this combination
- Taheebo: the earthy base, traditionally used to support digestive comfort and gut balance.
- Cinnamon: warm and slightly sweet, a classic after-meal spice traditionally enjoyed for digestive comfort.
- Clove: aromatic and warming, traditionally used as a spice for digestive comfort.
- Apple cider: natural sweetness and cozy fall flavor.
- Lemon: a little brightness to balance the spices.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Taheebo tea is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Apple Spice Taheebo Tea
- Stainless steel pot
- Fine mesh strainer (needed for Fine Grind; any strainer works for Coarse Cut)
- 2 ¼ cups brewed Taheebo Tea (brew it with our brewing instructions: 3 tablespoons of Taheebo Wellness Tea to 4½ cups of water, cooked covered at a gentle rolling boil for 25 minutes)
- 1 cup organic apple cider (or organic unfiltered apple juice)
- 1 organic cinnamon stick
- 10 organic cloves
- 2 tsp organic lemon juice
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Crush the cloves for more flavor (optional): Place cloves on a paper towel, fold it over and press down on them with the bottom of a measuring cup or other sturdy object. You want to apply enough pressure to crack them slightly.
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In a medium pot, combine brewed Taheebo Tea, apple cider, cloves and the cinnamon stick.
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Bring to a full boil with the lid on. Reduce heat and keep on a gentle simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 5 minutes.
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Pour through a strainer and allow to cool to desired temperature.
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Add lemon juice, and optional sweetener and mix well before serving.
Clove brings a warm, distinct flavor that pairs beautifully with apple and cinnamon.
Enjoy!