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SERVES 24  PREP 30 MINUTES  DRY 1 HOUR

Navel Orange and Anise DIY Tea Sachets   Homemade tea sachets make a special gift for any occasion. Dried orange peel adds the pleasant twist of citrus to this tea that is flavored with star anise. Keep a few bags for yourself and package the rest in a pretty tin to brighten someone’s day. SERVINGS: 24 TIME TO TABLE: 30 minutes prep, 1 hour drying. INGREDIENTS: Peel of 1 navel orange 24 teaspoons (about 1.5 oz.) loose leaf English or Scottish breakfast tea 24 star anise 48 cardamom pods 24 disposable tea sachets PREPARATION 1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Cut the orange peel into thin strips and arrange in a single layer on cooling rack placed over a baking sheet. Dry in the oven for 1 hour, or until crisp. Let cool completely. 2. Cut the orange peel into small pieces with scissors. The pieces should be small enough to fit inside the tea bags. 3. To prepare each bag, add 3 to 4 pieces of dried orange peel, 1 teaspoon of loose tea, 1 star anise and two cardamom pods. Cinch the bag at the top and tie in a knot. Store in an airtight container.

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Welcome Summers With These 6 Vitamin-C Rich Drinks

As the summer season is approaching, it is crucial to stay hydrated by drinking an ample amount of water. Consuming citrus drinks that are high in vitamin C comes with many benefits. These drinks provide essential nutrients that effectively combat the common cold, as well as bioactive compounds and antioxidants that enhance the body’s natural defences and improve immunity. To fill the daily…

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Why Sodas Like Mountain Dew Are Worse for Your Teeth Than Colas

Patrick Allan, Lifehacker, Aug. 30, 2016

It’s no secret that soda is bad for your teeth, but some are a lot worse than others. Turns out, citrus-flavored sodas like Mountain Dew can have more teeth-rotting power than most colas.

In a video from YouTuber Tom Scott, young scientist Chase from ScienceC explains the major differences between Mountain Dew and Coca-Cola using a classic science fair experiment. Chase drops some teeth--his sister’s--into a bottle of Mountain Dew and Coca-Cola for 19 days, then measures their mass difference to see how much has been eroded.

Surprisingly, the Mountain Dew tooth loses twice the percentage of mass the Coca-Cola tooth does, despite the fact that Coca-Cola’s pH makes it three times as acidic. Why? Because Mountain Dew has a higher “titratable acidity,” which means it has more acid overall, and thus takes longer for the saliva in your mouth to dilute it. On top of that, the acid in Mountain Dew that gives it a citrus-y flavor is worse for your teeth as well. Mountain Dew has citric acid added to it, which is harder on your enamel than the phosphoric acid found in most cola beverages. So, if you’re craving the sparkly tingle of a soft drink, maybe reach for a cola over a citrus soda. Or better yet, do your teeth a bigger favor, and grab a sparkling water.

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Beachside Apricot Orange Brandy Cocktail  

If you missed a spring break visit to the beach, this cocktail will come to the rescue. Navel orange juice, lime juice and apricot brandy bring a fruity flavor to gold rum that will get you ready for warmer days. It’s the perfect drink for a weekend afternoon spent relaxing with friends or family.

SERVINGS: 2

TIME TO TABLE: 5 minutes prep.

INGREDIENTS: 5 oz. juice from a fresh Paramount Citrus orange 3 oz. gold rum 1 oz. apricot brandy ½ oz. juice from a fresh Paramount Citrus lime Crushed ice Slices of Paramount Citrus lime or navel orange for garnish

PREPARATION

1. Place the orange juice, rum, apricot brandy and lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Add a few pieces of ice and shake until cold.

2. Fill two cocktail glasses with crushed ice. Strain an equal amount of the cocktail into each of the glasses. Garnish with fruit slices and serve.

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Navel Orange and Anise DIY Tea Sachets   Homemade tea sachets make a special gift for any occasion. Dried orange peel adds the pleasant twist of citrus to this tea that is flavored with star anise. Keep a few bags for yourself and package the rest in a pretty tin to brighten someone’s day. SERVINGS: 24 TIME TO TABLE: 30 minutes prep, 1 hour drying. INGREDIENTS: Peel of 1 Paramount Citrus navel orange 24 teaspoons (about 1.5 oz.) loose leaf English or Scottish breakfast tea 24 star anise 48 cardamom pods 24 disposable tea sachets PREPARATION 1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Cut the orange peel into thin strips and arrange in a single layer on cooling rack placed over a baking sheet. Dry in the oven for 1 hour, or until crisp. Let cool completely. 2. Cut the orange peel into small pieces with scissors. The pieces should be small enough to fit inside the tea bags. 3. To prepare each bag, add 3 to 4 pieces of dried orange peel, 1 teaspoon of loose tea, 1 star anise and two cardamom pods. Cinch the bag at the top and tie in a knot. Store in an airtight container.

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no one asks me about dragon lore >w> *sips wine* I got lore too

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10 Tips for Creating a Citrus Water Station 

When the weather heats up, keep your party guests hydrated. Citrus makes a delicious and colorful addition to backyard water stations. These are a few tips to make a drink spot that is both functional and inviting.

1. Provide several drink dispensers to reduce long lines of guests waiting to fill their glass.

2. Plan on 16 to 20 ounces of water for each guest. More for hot temperatures or if the party includes active games.

3. Add sliced lemons and limes to ice water to give it a refreshing citrus flavor. Use 4 to 6 lemons and limes for each gallon of ice water.

4. Create even more varieties of naturally flavored water by combining other fruits with citrus. Try sliced cucumbers with lemon or fresh strawberries with lime.

5. Fresh fruit also helps hydrate. Slice and display fresh orange wedges to grab throughout the afternoon.

6. Give your guests everything they need. Supply straws for sipping, extra lemon and lime slices to garnish drinks and napkins to wipe away condensation on serving glasses.

7. Consider providing sparkling water for guests who might prefer it over flat water.

8. Choose drinkware based on guest age and location of your drink station. Glass is pretty, but reusable plastic may be best for younger guests or gatherings on hard surfaces.

9. Use the natural orange, yellow and green colors of citrus to decorate your station. Use a yellow table cover, add green napkins and straws and include a vase of yellow, green or orange flowers.

10. Incorporate whole lemons and limes into the station decorations to complete the presentation.