russian tea

This "tea" was made in my family for years in the south. Later I came to learn about "real tea" (that is, actually appreciate leaves of tea); nevertheless, this smells like Christmas and tastes like home.

• 1 c sugar
• 1 c tang (yes, orange powder goodness)
• 1 c powered lemonade mix
• 1/3 c instant tea
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1 tsp cinnamon
  

Mix all ingredients and store in an air-tight container. Add a tsp or two to a cup of boiling water per serving.

At some point I will find a substitute recipe with the same flavors but a variety of good teas and citrus peels.