A simple and invigorating cinnamon tea that can be served cold over ice or in a hot mug as a soothing remedy for colds.
I've always liked the idea of tea more than I actually like tea. Holding a warm mug of tea in the afternoon or before bedtime just sounds so...soothing.
But what can I say, I'm a coffee girl through and through.
However, I have to admit that this homemade cinnamon tea has won me over.
It's so easy to make - just cinnamon sticks and water - that's it! It's also kid-friendly, with just enough cinnamon to be flavorful but not spicy.
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Cinnamon Iced Tea
The longer I live in a hot climate, the more I have come to enjoy iced tea. It's just the thing when you need a pick-me-up around 3pm, or something refreshing and non-alcoholic in the evening.
Cinnamon tea poured over ice is refreshing and invigorating with a simple, pure flavor. I always add a squeeze of lemon to brighten the flavor.
Hot Cinnamon Tea
Don't worry hot tea lovers! This tea is also amazing served warm in a mug drizzled with honey. With every sip you get to smell the soft, spiced aroma of cinnamon. It's soothing and good for the soul.
Add More Flavor
This tea has a subtle, gentle flavor. I enjoy it most when I add one or two ingredients to my cup that add even more flavor.
- Squeeze of lemon
- Splash of apple cider vinegar
- Honey, or your favorite sweetener
- For iced tea, try topping your glass off with sparkling water
A Remedy for Sore Throats and Sniffles
For both kids and adults, cinnamon tea can help soothe sore throats and stuffy noses.
Add more healing power by adding one or more of these ingredients to your brewed cinnamon tea:
- Honey
- Brewed chamomile tea
- Grated ginger
- Apple cider vinegar
- Lemon or orange juice
- Dash of cayenne pepper
If you want a remedy with more kick to it, try my Winter Elixir made from ginger, turmeric and cinnamon.
Healthy-ish Treats with Tea
- Chia Bars (No-bake, Almond Butter, and Dark Chocolate Granola Bars)
- Tahini & Honey Granola Bars with Dried Cherries, Cinnamon & Cardamom
📖 Recipe
Cinnamon Tea
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Cinnamon tea can be served hot or cold. It's soothing on a cold winter day and refreshing on a hot summer afternoon.
Either way, once the tea is brewed I usually add a squeeze of lemon to brighten up the flavor. You can also add honey (or your favorite sweetener) and a splash of apple cider vinegar.
Ingredients
- 6 cups water
- 6 cinnamon sticks
(make a smaller batch with 4 cups water and 4 cinnamon sticks)
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil.
- Add cinnamon sticks.
- Turn down the heat, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the cinnamon sticks steep until the desired flavor is reached. You can drink the tea right away, or let the cinnamon sticks steep in the water for up to an hour.
- Drink the tea hot or cold; it doesn't taste as good at room temperature.
- Pull out and discard cinnamon sticks and store the cinnamon flavored water in the refrigerator for about a week.
Notes
Once the tea is brewed, it can be served hot or cold.
For more flavor, add some combination of honey, lemon and/or apple cider vinegar to your serving of cinnamon tea.
This tea tastes best when the flavor of the cinnamon sticks is robust. I've noticed that some brands of cinnamon sticks have less flavor than others. If the tea doesn't have enough cinnamon flavor, try sprinkling a pinch of ground cinnamon into the brewed tea.
Learn about all the different types of cinnamon here
- Category: tea
- Method: boil
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: tea, cinnamon, cinnamon tea,
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