Cinnamon Tea

Cinnamon tea is a delicious and fragrant drink suitable for a cold day or before bed. Cinnamon tea is easy to make and customizable, warming and healthy. This soothing tea will become a regular in your routine whether you add honey or milk.

Ingredients

1. (2 cinnamon sticks or 1 tsp ground)
2. 2 cups water
3. 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
4. For a citrus twist, add 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice.
5. 1-2 slices fresh ginger (optional for warming)
6. A sprinkle of black pepper or cayenne (optional for spice)
7. 1 teaspoon black tea leaves or bag (optional for stronger brew)
8. 1/4 cup milk or non-dairy alternative (optional for creaminess)

Instructions

1. Get ingredients

Get Ingredients:

• The flavour of whole cinnamon sticks is enhanced by breaking them. Take 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
• Slice ginger thinly to infuse tea with flavour.

2. Make cinnamon tea

Boil Water:

• Gently boil 2 cups of water in a small pot.

Add Cinnamon:

• When the water boils, add the cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon to the pot.
• Add fresh ginger, black tea leaves, or a tea bag now.
• Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes on low heat. Longer simmering intensifies cinnamon flavour.

Strain Tea:

• Remove the pot from heat after simmering.
• Strain tea from cinnamon sticks, ginger slices, or tea leaves into a teapot or cup.

3. Tailor and Serve

Sweeten to taste:

• Add honey or maple syrup to sweeten tea. This complements cinnamon with natural sweetness.

Extra Lemon Juice:

• Tastes citrussy with a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice. The tea tastes brighter and refreshing.

Spice up:

• A pinch of black pepper or cayenne adds heat. This is very relaxing while sipping tea to fight a cold.

Make creamy:

• For creamier tea, add milk or a non-dairy option. Warm spices go well with almond, oat, or coconut milk.

4. Enjoy Tea

Serve Hot:

• Make and drink your customized cinnamon tea hot. Hot tea and cinnamon are comforting.
• Add a cinnamon stick or lemon slice for garnish.

Health Benefits of Cinnamon Tea

• The antioxidants in cinnamon prevent inflammation and protect the body from oxidative damage.
• Cinnamon regulates blood sugar, making it a good choice for energy stability.
• Warm cinnamon can relieve digestive troubles and enhance intestinal health.
• Immune Support: Antibacterial and antiviral cinnamon tea helps enhance your immune system, especially during cold and flu season.
• Healthy Heart: Cinnamon improves circulation and lowers cholesterol, reducing heart disease risk.

Tips for Success

• Quality For optimal results, use high-quality cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon, or “true cinnamon,” is gentler and sweeter than Cassia cinnamon.
• Adjust simmering time to control cinnamon flavour. A shorter simmer makes tea gentler, whereas a longer one makes it spicy.
• Feel free to add cloves, star anise, or cardamom for a more nuanced flavour.

Cinnamon tea is more than just a pleasant drink—it can be customized and enjoyed at any time. This warm, aromatic tea will become a favorite whether you drink it for its health advantages or to relax. Enjoy your warm cinnamon tea!