Nutmeg Free Cinnamon Apple Tea
Warm, fragrant, and naturally sweet, this simmered apple tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and do absolutely nothing productive. Fresh apple slices, a Ceylon cinnamon stick, and knobs of ginger steep together into a lightly amber brew that tastes far more special than the effort involved. Honey rounds out the sweetness, and a squeeze of lemon brightens the whole cup if you're in the mood for a little extra lift. Because every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food, there's no need to scan a spice blend label or worry about hidden seasonings that might sneak in unwanted flavors. Nutmeg is a surprisingly common addition to warm spiced drinks, but this recipe skips it entirely without sacrificing any of that cozy, aromatic depth. The ginger and cinnamon carry all the warmth you need, and the apple brings a gentle fruitiness that feels genuinely soothing. It's a simple, satisfying brew you can make any time the craving for something comforting strikes.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (any sweet variety such as fuji or honeycrisp)
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 3 slices fresh ginger (each about ¼ inch thick)
- 1 tbsp honey, or to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, apple slices, Ceylon cinnamon stick, and ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
- 2
Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and takes on a light amber color from the apple and cinnamon.
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