spiced pear tea cider
orchard light in a warm mug.
15 min | serves 2 | low caffeine | hot or chilled
our pear blossom blend of green rooibos, white tea, ginger, elderflower, and dried pear is gentle on its own. warmed with pear juice, fresh ginger, and a cinnamon stick, it turns into a soft, golden cider that smells like fall the moment it hits the stove.
ingredients
4 tsp pear blossom tea
1 cup hot water (just below boiling)
1 cup pear juice or pear nectar
1 cinnamon stick
2 thin slices of fresh ginger
1 to 2 tsp raw honey
fresh pear slices for garnish
optional add-ins:
2 or 3 whole cloves
a squeeze of fresh lemon
sparkling water for a chilled sparkler
a star anise pod
you'll also need: a tea infuser or teapot, a small pot, and a strainer
instructions
1. heat the water until it is steaming but not boiling, about 175°F. pour over the tea, cover, and steep for 3 minutes, then strain.
2. while the tea steeps, warm the pear juice with the cinnamon stick and ginger slices over low heat for 5 minutes. do not let it boil.
3. remove the cinnamon and ginger, then combine the warm juice with the tea and stir in the honey.
4. pour into two mugs, garnish with a slice of pear, and enjoy.
herbalist tips
keep it below boiling: white tea is delicate. water that is too hot or a steep longer than 3 minutes can turn it grassy.
make it a sparkler: chill the cider, pour over ice, and top with sparkling water for a bright, party-ready drink.
batch it for a crowd: multiply the recipe and keep it warm in a slow cooker on low for up to 2 hours. add fresh pear slices just before serving.
save the pear: use a ripe pear for garnish. it softens in the warm cider and makes a sweet bite at the end.
good to know
this blend contains white tea (a small amount of caffeine), ginger, and elderflower. if you are pregnant, nursing, sensitive to caffeine, have a ragweed allergy, or take medication, check with your healthcare provider. honey should not be given to children under 1 year old.
disclaimer
this recipe is intended for culinary and ritual use only. it is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition. always use ingredients mindfully and consult your healthcare provider if you have any questions about incorporating herbs into your diet or routine.