The Ultimate Recipe for Kashmiri Kahwa Mocktail

Ingredients:

• 2 cups apple juice
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon Kashmiri Kahwa tea
• A pinch of saffron strands
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Chopped almonds for garnish
• Dried cranberries for garnish
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Heat the Liquid: 
• In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of apple juice and 1 cup of water.
• Heat the mixture over medium heat and bring it to a gentle boil.
2. Steep the Tea: 
• Add 1 teaspoon of Kashmiri Kahwa tea and a pinch of saffron strands to the boiling liquid.
• Let the tea steep for 4-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
3. Strain and Sweeten: 
• Strain the mixture to remove the tea leaves and saffron strands.
• Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey while the mixture is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.
4. Cool and Chill: 
• Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
• Refrigerate the spiced apple tea until it is thoroughly chilled.
5. Serve: 
• Fill glasses with ice cubes.
• Pour the chilled spiced apple Kashmiri Kahwa over the ice.
6. Garnish: 
• Garnish each glass with chopped almonds and dried cranberries.
7. Enjoy: 
• Serve immediately and enjoy this aromatic, spiced mocktail!

Tips

• Adjust the honey to taste if you prefer a sweeter drink.
• For an added flavor dimension, you can sprinkle a little ground cardamom on top before serving.
• This mocktail pairs well with festive occasions and can be served as a refreshing, non-alcoholic option for parties.

The Spiced Apple Kashmiri Kahwa Mocktail blends the warm, aromatic spices of Kashmiri Kahwa with the natural sweetness of apple juice, creating a delightful and exotic drink perfect for both summer and winter months.