Warm Cinnamon Orange Delight (Print)

A soothing winter mocktail blending orange juice with warming cinnamon, cloves, and honey for a comforting seasonal treat.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups fresh orange juice
02 - 1 ½ cups water
03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 2 cinnamon sticks
05 - 2 whole cloves
06 - 1 orange, sliced
07 - Pinch of nutmeg

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice and water.
02 - Stir in the honey, cinnamon sticks, and cloves until well incorporated.
03 - Place over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture becomes warm.
04 - Reduce heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes.
05 - Add the sliced orange and a pinch of nutmeg to the simmering liquid.
06 - Continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
07 - If desired, strain the mocktail to remove the spices before serving warm.

# Notes:

01 - For a sweeter version, add more honey to taste.