Spiced Tea

I did not originally intend to post two recipes in a row, but after enjoying a cup this morning, I decided it would be nice to share.  This is my mother’s recipe, and making it is one of my favorite family traditions.  The scent of spiced tea filling the house is our acknowledgement that cold weather has officially arrived.

Spiced Tea

(makes approx. 2 gallons)

8 C strong black tea (8-10 regular or 2 family-size tea bags)

46 oz pineapple juice

12 oz frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

1 gallon apple juice (not cider!)

1 Tbs lemon juice

1 C sugar

1-2 tsp whole cloves

1 tsp ground cinnamon

Combine all ingredients in a large stock pot.  It is wise to put the cloves in a tea ball for easy removal later.  Simmer, do not boil, on the stove for at least one hour.