Spiced Hot Drink
The tradition of spiced hot drinks dates back hundreds of years, when spices were used not only for flavoring but also for their warming and healing properties. The apple-orange version is especially popular, as the sweet and tart flavors create a perfect harmony with the warm spiciness of cinnamon and cloves. Imagine holding a glass of steaming spiced drink in your hands on a cold winter evening. Its aroma fills the room, and every sip radiates warmth and tranquility. The soft sweetness of honey and the silky aroma of vanilla perfectly complement the citrusy base. The secret to making the perfect spiced hot drink is slow heating, which helps the flavors unfold more deeply. If you want to make it even more special, you can add a little cardamom or a splash of rum for extra warmth!
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 2
500
ml
Apple juice
200
ml
Orange juice
20
ml
Honey
1
Cinnamon stick
3
Cloves
1
pinch
Nutmeg
5
g
Ginger
5
ml
Vanilla extract
200
ml
Hot water
2
Lemon slices
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Preparation Steps
1
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple juice and orange juice. Heat over medium heat until warm.
2
Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, nutmeg, and grated ginger. Stir gently while continuing to heat.
3
Pour in the hot water, then stir in the honey and vanilla extract. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently, without boiling, to allow the flavors to meld.
4
Let the drink simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to fully infuse the spices.
5
Strain the drink to remove the cinnamon stick and cloves. Pour into heatproof glasses or mugs.
6
Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon for freshness.
7
Serve immediately and enjoy this warming, spiced hot drink on cold days!
