Cloves, cinnamon sticks and fruit nectar make this is a refreshing summer beverage without all the calories.
6 C. water 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp. whole cloves 6 black tea bags 3-4 C. apricot or peach nectar Sugar or honey, to taste (optional)
In large saucepan, simmer water, cinnamon stick and cloves 15 minutes, covered. Turn off heat. Add tea bags. Steep 2-5 minutes, depending on the strength you prefer. Remove tea bags. Add apricot nectar. Add sugar or honey, if desired. Strain to remove spices. Refrigerate until cold. Yield: 9 servings Nutritional Info: Per Serving: Calories: 47, Total Fat: 0 grams, Sat Fat: 0 grams, Carbohydrate: 12 grams, Sodium: 3 mg, Dietary Fiber: less than 1 gram, Protein: less than 1 gram