Chilled Cinnamon-Ginger Tea (Soojong Gwa)

Chilled Cinnamon-Ginger Tea (Soojong Gwa)

Info

Rating
Calories
11.0
Sodium
10.0

Description

Although this is a chilled beverage, it is traditionally enjoyed in the winter. The "fire" of the cinnamon and ginger is supposed to warm you up, while the coolness of the beverage balances the heat. Not being much of a traditionalist, I like to make it during the summer and keep pitchers of it available as an alternative to iced tea.

Ingredients

1 gallon water
3 sticks cinnamon
One 2- to 3-inch piece ginger, sliced
1/4 cup (packed) brown sugar
Pine nuts for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. Pour the water into a large pot. Add the cinnamon and ginger and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  2. Remove from the heat and carefully remove the cinnamon and ginger. Add the brown sugar and stir until completely dissolved. Let cool, then refrigerate for several hours (preferably overnight) until chilled.
  3. If you wish, sprinkle a few pine nuts in each cup before serving.

Tags

    Non-Alcoholic Ginger Picnic Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Lunar New Year Spice Chill Healthy Vegan Cinnamon Party Boil Drink
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