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Clove Tea

Clove tea is a warm, aromatic beverage made with whole cloves and hot water, known for aiding digestion and providing comfort.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: International
Calories: 5
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2-3 whole cloves
  • 8 ounces 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional, for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice optional, for brightness

Equipment

  • Kettle or pot for boiling water
  • Mug or teacup
  • Teaball or fine mesh strainer
  • Spoon for stirring
  • measuring spoon

Method
 

  1. Pour 2-3 whole cloves into a measuring spoon and set them aside.
  2. Fill a kettle with 8 ounces of fresh water and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Drop the whole cloves into a teaball or place them directly into a fine mesh strainer that will sit in your cup.
  4. Carefully pour the boiling water over the cloves in your cup.
  5. Let the tea sit undisturbed for at least 6 minutes, extending to 8 minutes for stronger flavor.
  6. Remove the teaball or strainer from the cup.
  7. Stir in 1 teaspoon of honey if desired.
  8. Squeeze in a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice if desired.

Notes

This tea is soothing and can be enjoyed plain or with optional sweetness and brightness.