Healthy Recipes

Ivan Tea Grog (non-alcoholic)

A rich and delicious hot cocktail blending Siberian Ivan tea with various aromatic fruits, berries, and spices. The Ivan Tea Grog is a balanced combination of sweet and fragrant ingredients that will keep you warm in the chilly winter days.

Ingredients:

Water – 1 L

Ivan tea4 tbsp

Honey – 2 tbsp

Frozen raspberries – 2 tbsp

Frozen cherries – 2 tbsp

Frozen wild strawberry – 2 tbsp

Lemon – 1-2 slices

Apple – 1

Clove – 2-3 buds

Allspice – 2 grains

Cinnamon – 0.5 tsp

Nutmeg – a pinch

Cardamon ground – a pinch

Method:

      1. Brew strong Ivan tea at ratio of 4 tsp. by 0.5 liters of water. Let it brew for 30 minutes.
      2. Bring 0.5 l of water to a boil, reduce heat, add brewed tea, spices and boil for 2 minutes.
      3. Add berries, a sliced apple, lemon, honey and simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
      4. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
      5. Serve hot.