Spicy Swedish Tea

Submitted by Chef #208121

"From Doris Reynolds originally of PA writing for the Naples Daily New posted to De Gustibus"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 18

ingredients

• 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 teaspoon whole cloves
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1 quart strong brewed tea
• 1 quart pineapple juice
• 1 quart orange juice
• 3 cups apple juice
• 3 cups cranberry juice cocktail

directions

1. Thoroughly wash and scald a 40 cup electric percolator. Line the coffee ground container with cheese cloth or a coffee filter.
2. Combine the first 5 ingrdients and place in the coffee container.
3. In the bottom of the percolator combine the rest. Perk. Serve hot.
4. If you do not have a large coffee maker, use a saucepan and wrap the first five in cheesecloth then add to the cranberry tea mix.
5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
6. Remove the cheesecloth items and toss out.
7. Serve the beverage hot.