Non-Alcoholic
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About the author: Sydney Oland lives in Somerville, Mass. Find more information at sydneyoland.com (or read eatingnosetotail.com)

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About This Recipe

Yield: Makes 1 large pitcher
Active time: 5 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Special equipment: Large pitcher

Ingredients

  • 2 black tea bags
  • 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks (plus more for garnish if desired)
  • One 25.4 ounce bottle sparkling apple cider
  • 1 ounce fresh juice from about 2 lemons
  • Garnish: additional cinnamon sticks

Procedures

  1. Place tea bags and cinnamon sticks in a large heatproof measuring cup, fill with 2 cups (16 ounces) boiling water. Let steep for at least 10 and up to 20 minutes. Remove tea bags and cinnamon sticks and chill in the refrigerator.

  2. In a large pitcher combine sparkling cider, tea, and lemon juice. Stir gently and serve immediately with ice. Garnish with cinnamon sticks if desired.