A classic recipe for a “Russian Tea” flavoring mix. This simple concoction combines finely chopped candied fruits with whole cloves and lemon juice to create a fragrant spoonful to stir into hot tea.

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Recipe

MeasurementsIngredients
2 TbspCandied Orange Peel
1 sliceCandied Pineapple
10Candied Cherries
1 TbspWhole Cloves
3 TbspLemon Juice

Instructions

For the Mix:

  1. Finely chop the candied orange peel, candied pineapple, and candied cherries.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the chopped fruits with the whole cloves and lemon juice.
  3. Stir well. Store the mixture in a small, airtight jar in the refrigerator.

To Serve:

  1. Brew a cup of hot black tea.
  2. Add a heaping teaspoon of the fruit mixture into the hot tea and stir.