Twilights Tea :) At times something as simple as a cup of tea can have a recipe too :) As I prepare to get back to routine tomorrow after my long and extended holiday break , I am recharging myself with a warm cup of a comfortingly flavorful freshly brewed spice tea! “The art of tea, whichever way you drink it, or whichever country you are from, has one underlining thread for all of us. It is the cultivation of yourself as you follow the ceremony of preparing your tea, the way in which you make your tea, how and where you drink it, and with whom. Making a cup of tea creates a space for just being.” ― Nicola Salter This tea that I make is very rich in flavor and has a warm and soothing effect specially during the winter months. So yes, Recipe: (for 2 cups) Loose black tea - 1 tsp Grated Ginger - 1 tsp A pinch of black pepper powder Cinnamon Bark - 1/2 inch Cardamom powder (fresh ground if possible)- A pinch A pinch of fennel powder A wedge of lemon and a star anise seed for more flavoring and garnishing A tsp of honey for sweetening Allow 2 cups of water to boil and then throw in all the above ingredients. Let it boil for 4 minutes. Switch off and then using a strainer pout it in a cup of your choice. Garnish with a wedge of lemon and a star anise seed which will add a new flavor. If you prefer it sweet, you may use honey!
Posted on: Mon, 05 Jan 2015 02:31:57 +0000