Luscious Licorice Herbal Tea
Sweet without a grain of sugar added. Licorice leads this blend, but cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel keep it from being one-note.
What It Is
Licorice root has a natural sweetness that has made it a staple in herbal teas for centuries, long before anyone thought to add cane sugar to a cup. This blend layers that base sweetness with warm spices and a little brightness from orange peel, landing somewhere between a dessert and a digestive tradition. Chamomile softens the edges. Cloves add just enough edge to make it interesting.
All six ingredients are organic. The blend is caffeine-free, which makes it a natural fit for evenings or anyone cutting back on caffeine without wanting to drink plain hot water.
What To Do
Steep one heaping teaspoon in about eight ounces of hot water, just off the boil, for five to seven minutes. Longer steeping pulls more sweetness from the licorice. Shorter keeps it lighter. Taste as you go the first time and you will know your preference fast.
No sweetener needed for most people, but a small drizzle of honey works if you want it cozier. The cinnamon and clove make it good cold too: brew a strong pot, chill it, and serve over ice in summer. Store loose tea in a sealed container away from light and heat.
