This Governor’s Grog is a comforting international-style hot beverage that blends the brightness of fresh lemon with the tartness of cranberry and orange juice. Steeped with strong black tea and sweetened with sugar, it offers a smooth, aromatic sip infused with warm cinnamon notes. It’s an ideal drink for chilly nights, holiday gatherings, or as a sophisticated non-alcoholic alternative to mulled wine. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers a rich, inviting flavor that feels both homemade and elegant. Serve hot in mugs or chilled in goblets for a refreshing twist.
The Governor’S Grog
Description
This Governor's Grog is a comforting international-style hot beverage that blends the brightness of fresh lemon with the tartness of cranberry and orange juice. Steeped with strong black tea and sweetened with sugar, it offers a smooth, aromatic sip infused with warm cinnamon notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal drink for chilly nights, holiday gatherings, or as a sophisticated non-alcoholic alternative to mulled wine. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers a rich, inviting flavor that feels both homemade and elegant. Serve hot in mugs or chilled in goblets for a refreshing twist.Ingredients
Directions
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Brew strong black tea using three tea bags in one cup of hot water; let steep for 5-7 minutes, then remove bags.
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In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh lemon juice, sugar, cranberry juice, orange juice, and brewed tea.
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Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and warm the mixture until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is hot, but do not let it boil.
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Pour the hot grog into glass coffee mugs or heat-proof serving glasses.
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Garnish each serving with a cinnamon stick and a slice of fresh orange.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 8.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.6mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 2.7g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Sugars 0.8g
- Protein 0.3g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
To serve cold: Prepare the mixture as directed, allow it to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve over ice in stemmed goblets or iced tea glasses, garnished with cinnamon and orange slices.
For a stronger tea flavor, use high-quality black tea bags and ensure a long steep time. You can also add a splash of dark rum for an adult version.
If using bottled lemon juice, taste before adding sugar, as it may vary in acidity.
