Neiman Marcus Spiced Tea
I got this recipe from the folks who run the cafe at Neiman's original store in Dallas. It's very tasty and refreshing for a Summertime drink.
I got this recipe from the folks who run the cafe at Neiman's original store in Dallas. It's very tasty and refreshing for a Summertime drink.
- Carbohydrate 6.60425788461539 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.784574935897436 g
- Fiber 3.31140253082911 g
- Protein 0.395660769230769 g
- Saturated Fat 0.227563333333333 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (17g)
- Sodium 9.55758333333333 mg
- Sugar 3.29285535378627 g
- Trans Fat 0.240061435897436 g
- Calories 27 calories
Step-by-step
- Place 6-1/2 Cups of water in a saucepan and add the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil and then turn the heat down to low. Cover and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add tea bags. Let steep for 3-5 minutes (depending on desired strength).
- Strain the liquid into a clean saucepan and stir in the Tang and almond extract. Let cool to room temperature before transfer into a container for refrigerating.
- Serve over ice in a tall glass garnishing with a thin slice of orange or lemon.
Overextracting black tea creates an aggressively bitter brew that ruins spiced beverages instantly. Monitoring the steeping window strictly between three and five minutes prevents the loose spices and tannins from locking into an astringent flavor profile. Whole spices like cinnamon sticks and whole cloves require a five-minute simmer in six and a half cups of water before the heat is cut and the tea bags are introduced, allowing the aromatic oils to fully release into the liquid base without scorching the delicate botanical compounds. Once the strained liquid cools down to room temperature, stir in the powdered citrus drink mix and almond extract thoroughly to distribute the flavor evenly before sealing the container for the refrigerator. Pouring the chilled concentrate over dense ice cubes in tall glasses prevents rapid dilution while maintaining the crisp, refreshing character of the beverage. Pair this drink alongside rich tea sandwiches or buttery pastries to balance the bright citrus notes and warm spice profile.
