Clementine Clove Night Hearth

Clementine gives this cup a soft citrus sweetness, while a tiny pinch of clove adds a deeper, warmer aroma. The spice is powerful, so measure it carefully rather than shaking freely from the jar. A little honey is optional if the juice is particularly tart. Keep the heat gentle so the citrus doesn't lose all of its freshness. This is a light evening alternative to heavily spiced mulled juice, with a clear fruit flavor and just a small hint of clove.

Ingredients

• 6 oz Water
• 2 oz Clementine juice
• 1 tiny pinch Ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp Honey (optional)

Make it

1. Prepare the fruit as listed, removing all stones, cores and hard stems.
2. Put the water and all remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes until any fresh fruit has softened.
3. Mash softened fruit gently, then strain if you prefer a smoother cup. Remove whole peel, herbs or ginger pieces. Serve comfortably warm.

Benefits

Clementine and clove · refreshing fluids

There’s 6 oz of water behind the clementine and clove in this recipe: everyday hydration with a soft, sweet citrus flavor, rather than another plain glass.

Clementine beside clove

Using 2 oz of clementine adds a soft, sweet citrus flavor to the warm clove, bringing aroma as well as taste to this combination.