Heat water on the stovetop to a boil. Add the cinnamon sticks and reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the sweetener and mix well.
Step 2
Remove and discard the cinnamon sticks from the boiling water. Add the blooming tea ball to a small pot. Pour in the cinnamon water and cover. Let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Pour the tea into serving cups. Stir in the maple-flavored syrup. Serve immediately.