KENTUCKY SPICED TEA 
1/4 c. tea leaves
4 c. cold water
1/3 c. fresh orange juice
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cloves
2 c. sugar
2/3 c. fresh lemon juice
12 c. boiling water
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice

Put sugar, COLD WATER, and spices (tied in a bag) in enamel or stainless steel boiler. Bring to a boil and boil 10 minutes. Put in tea leaves (tied in a bag). Add 12 cups boiling water and juices.

Steep for 5 minutes. Strain if desired. You may add lemon slices and cinnamon sticks to each cup when serving.

 

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