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Friendship Tea Recipe

Discover the nostalgic Friendship Tea Recipe everyone loves. Easy to mix, perfect for gifting or sipping solo. Get the full recipe now!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 40 cups
Course: Beverage, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 21
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened instant black tea powder regular or decaf
  • 2 cups Tang orange drink mix
  • 1 cup lemonade drink mix powdered
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
Optional Add-ins:
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom or allspice for extra spice
  • 2 –4 tablespoons sugar if lemonade mix is unsweetened
  • Small handful of cinnamon candies reduce cinnamon slightly if using

Method
 

Combine ingredients:
  1. In a large bowl, mix instant tea, Tang, lemonade mix, cinnamon, and cloves. Add any optional ingredients now.
Mix thoroughly:
  1. Whisk until the mixture is even in color and spices are well distributed.
Store:
  1. Transfer to airtight jars or containers. Label with date and directions.
To serve:
  1. Stir 1 tablespoon of mix into 6–8 oz of hot water. Adjust to taste.

Notes

Nutrition (Per Tablespoon)
  • Calories: 21
  • Carbs: 5g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Fat: 0.1g
  • Sodium: 3mg
  • Vitamin C: 2mg
  • Iron: 0.03mg
      
Gifting Idea
Spoon into small mason jars, tie with ribbon, and attach a tag:
 “Stir 1 tbsp into 6–8 oz hot water. Enjoy!”
Storage
  • Store in a cool, dry place.
  • Use within 6–12 months for best flavor.
Always scoop with a dry spoon.