- Cocoa won't dissolve?
- Cocoa is hydrophobic. Mix with honey into a paste first.
Orange Chocolate Black Tea
Tea and chocolate complement each other well. Tannins give structure, cocoa adds depth, and orange adds scent. Not a hot chocolate, but an elegant tea.
Ingredients
2
tsp
Black Tea (loose or bag)
1
tsp
Orange Peel (dried or fresh)
1
tsp
Cocoa Powder (unsweetened)
1
slice
Orange
1
tbsp
Honey
1
pinch
Salt
1
cup
Water
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Equipment Needed
- Kettle
- Teapot
- Strainer
- Spoon
Allergen Information
No known allergens
Instructions
1
✓
Boil water, let cool to 200°F.
Tip: Boiling water burns tea.
2
✓
Steep tea and peel. Mix cocoa and honey into paste in cup.
Tip: Paste prevents lumps.
3
✓
Steep 3-5 mins.
Tip: Longer = bitter.
4
✓
Strain tea over paste, mix. Add salt.
Tip: Salt suppresses bitterness.
5
✓
Garnish with orange.
Tip: Add milk if desired.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Black Tea (loose or bag)
- 1 tsp Orange Peel (dried or fresh)
- 1 tsp Cocoa Powder (unsweetened)
- 1 slice Orange
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 cup Water