Spiced Teas

• 1/2 cup tea leaves (such as Earl Grey)
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon whole cloves
• 1 quart water
• 3 oranges
• 3 lemons
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 1 gallon water

Cut a large square of cheesecloth. Wrap tea and spices in cheesecloth; tie tightly with string. Place in a large saucepan in 1 quart boiling water. Boil 5 minutes. Steep overnight.
Add sugar and juice of oranges and lemons. Mix well, then mix into a gallon of water.

A very unusual mix of flavours in this green tea recipe. The maple syrup and anise are so sweet, but is balanced by the fresh and natural taste of the green tea.

• 6 tbs green tea
• 1 tbs anise, powdered
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• Lemon slices for garnish

Steep tea in 6 cups of hot (not quite boiling) water. Strain out tea, and add anise and maple syrup. Stir until syrup is dissolved and blended. Let cool and serve over ice, with a slice of lemon.