This recipe is delicious hot or cold, and the hot cider is particularly appealing when served with a cinnamon stick.

Ingredients

• 4 cups hot brewed tea
• 1 tablespoon ThickenThin not/Sugar thickener
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon or 2-inch piece cinnamon stick
• 1/4 teaspoon powdered cloves or 2 whole cloves
• 1 1/2-tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• Sweetener equivalent to 1/4 cup sugar

   

Directions

Makes 4 1-cup servings.

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir. Let steep for 2 minutes.

2. Strain if using whole spices.

Cider can be served hot or cold. If using a mild herb tea, such as camomile, place 2 teabags in with spices and pour 4 cups boiling water over. For hot cider garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Nutrition

Nutrition* (as calculated by Mastercook): 11 calories; 0g fat; 3g carb (of which 2g is fiber); 0.1g protein.

*based on no-calorie sweetener