Hot Spiced Cider Tea

• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 5 whole black peppercorns
• 2 whole cloves
• 3 whole cardamom pods
• 2 whole star anise pods
• 5 coin-size pieces fresh ginger
• 2 inches strips fresh orange peel
• 2 inches strips fresh lemon peel
• 5 cups cold water
• 4 bags orange-pekoe tea
• 3 cups apple juice or 3 cups apple cider
• 1 orange, juice of

1. Lightly crush the cinnamon, peppercorns, cloves, and cardamom pods in a mortar and pestle or on a cutting board with the bottom of a saucepan.
2. Transfer the spices to a medium saucepan, add the ginger, star anise and citrus peels. Add the water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, partially covered, until aromatic, and the cinnamon stick opens a little, about 10 minutes.
3. Add the tea bags to the pan and immediately remove from the heat. Set aside to steep for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the tea bags, and add the apple juice and orange juice. Return the pan to a medium heat and warm, taking care not to let the tea boil.
4. Strain and serve hot.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/hot-spiced-cider-tea-437131 (may not work)