Orange Spice Tea Latte
A warm, creamy tea latte infused with fresh orange zest, citrus juice, and cozy spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. This comforting café-style drink is soothing, aromatic, and perfect for chilly mornings or relaxing evenings.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Measuring Cups
- Zester or grater
- Strainer
- Milk frother or blender
- Heatproof mugs
Ingredients
- 480 ml water
- 2 black tea bags
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 star anise
- Zest of 1 orange
- 60 ml fresh orange juice
- 20 g honey or sugar
- 240 ml milk
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan.
- Add the tea bags, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, and orange zest. Simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Remove tea bags and strain out the spices. Stir in the orange juice and honey until dissolved.
- Heat the milk in a separate pan until hot but not boiling. Froth the milk using a frother, blender, or jar with lid.
- Pour the spiced tea into mugs and top with frothed milk.
- Let sit for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Sugar: 14 g
