Tart cranberry, bright citrus, and mellow black tea come together in a drink that feels both refreshing and a little bit fancy. The maple syrup adds just enough sweetness without overpowering the natural fruit flavors, and the orange zest steeped right into the hot tea gives the whole pitcher a gorgeous, fragrant depth. It's the kind of drink you'd expect to find at a nice brunch spot, but it comes together with a handful of pantry staples and a couple of hours in the fridge. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, beverages can be a surprisingly tricky category — flavored syrups, juice blends, and even some teas can sneak in unexpected additives. This recipe keeps things clean and straightforward: pure unsweetened cranberry juice, real orange zest, and maple syrup mean you know exactly what's going into your glass. Serve it over a big pile of ice with an orange slice on the rim and a sprig of fresh mint, and it looks like something you spent all afternoon on.
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the tea bags and orange zest strips, and steep for 5 minutes, until the tea is deep amber and fragrant.
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