Hong Fizzy Tea

Hong Fizzy Tea is a relatively recently invented drink served in the Imperial Court of the Shár Empire. Depending on the length of fermentation, it may or may not be alcoholic.

Preparation

 * 1) Ensure that the following ingredients are in possession
 * 2) * Dried kola nuts, ground into a fine powder - 1 oz (28 g)
 * 3) * Dried orange peel, ground into a fine powder - 1 oz (28 g)
 * 4) * Dried lemon peel, ground into a fine powder - 1 oz (28 g)
 * 5) * Dried ginger, ground into a fine powder - 1 oz (28 g)
 * 6) * Black tea leaves - 1 oz (28 g)
 * 7) * Brown sugar - 1 lb (454 g)
 * 8) * Water - 2.5 gal (9.5 L)
 * 9) * Fermented malt extract - 8 oz (236 ml)
 * 10) Mix the ground kola nuts, orange peel, lemon peel, and ginger in a large pot.
 * 11) Add the Chinese black tea leaves to the pot and mix well.
 * 12) Pour in the water and stir to combine.
 * 13) Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
 * 14) Remove from heat and strain out the solids.
 * 15) Add the brown sugar to the pot and stir until fully dissolved.
 * 16) Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
 * 17) Once the mixture has cooled, add the fermented malt extract and stir well to combine.
 * 18) Transfer the mixture to a sealed bottle and allow it to sit at room temperature for 24-48 hours to allow the mixture to ferment and become effervescent.
 * 19) Once the mixture is effervescent, it can be served by mixing one part of the syrup with five parts of water, or more to taste. The end result ought to be similar to real-life Coca Cola or Pepsi in taste, though potentially alcoholic due to the fermentation.