The Standard Spiced Winter Red Cup

teas.co.uk · 7 min · Serves 1

You'll need

• 1 Teapigs Spiced Winter Red tea temple
• 250ml freshly boiled water, a full rolling boil is fine
• 1 thin slice of orange, optional
• 1 teaspoon honey, optional
• A splash of warm milk, optional, for a creamier cup

Method

1. Warm the mug with a little hot water and tip it out, so the brew holds its heat for the long steep the spice needs.
2. Add the temple and pour over the full rolling boil. Rooibos is not a true tea, so 100C draws out the spice and red colour without bitterness.
3. Drop in the orange slice if using and steep 6 to 7 minutes. The longer the steep, the deeper the cinnamon and clove; rooibos cannot over brew.
4. Press the bag against the side and remove it, along with the orange.
5. Stir in honey if you want it sweeter, though the spice often carries enough.
6. Drink as is for a clean spiced cup, or add a splash of warm milk for a mulled, creamier version.

Recipe: https://teas.co.uk/recipes/iced tea/the standard spiced winter red cup/