Stay Warm or Cool Down with a Spiced Orange Saffron Drink - Heray Spice

Stay Warm or Cool Down with a Spiced Orange Saffron Drink

Sep 08, 2023Deandra Mazaya
What could be better than a spicy yet refreshing drink to keep our bodies warm this coming fall season? The addition of spices like cinnamon, cloves, and saffron will keep you toasty. You'll experience a subtle spiciness and a hint of earthiness from the saffron. These flavours combined create a taste that's both comforting and intriguing. A perfect balance of sweet, citrusy, and spicy notes. 

 

Photo Credit: Huan Minh
 

Ingredients:

Spiced Orange Saffron Syrup:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 orange, zest and juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads

 

Warm Drink 🍂

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2-3 tablespoons Spiced Orange Saffron Syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2-3 cloves
  • 1 star anise (optional)

 

Cold Drink ☀️

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2-3 tablespoons Spiced Orange Saffron Syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange slices and mint leaves for garnish

  

Photo Credit: Monika Grabkowska

Instructions:

For the Spiced Orange Saffron Syrup:

🌶️ In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.

🍊 Add the orange zest, orange juice, and saffron threads to the sugar-water mixture.

🌶️ Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the syrup has thickened slightly.

🍊 Remove from heat and let it cool. Strain the syrup to remove any solids, and store it in a glass container.

 

For the Warm Drink:

❤️ In a small saucepan, combine freshly squeezed orange juice, Spiced Orange Saffron Syrup, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise (if using).

❤️ Heat over low-medium heat until it's warmed through, but do not boil.

❤️ Remove the spices, and pour the warm spiced orange saffron drink into mugs or glasses.

❤️ Serve immediately, optionally garnished with an orange slice.

 

For the Cold Drink:

💛 In a glass, add ice cubes.

💛 Pour freshly squeezed orange juice over the ice cubes.

💛 Add 2-3 tablespoons of Spiced Orange Saffron Syrup (adjust to taste) and stir well.

💛 Garnish with an orange slice and a mint leaf.

💛 Serve chilled.

 

Enjoy your Spiced Orange Saffron Drink!

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