Description
A refreshing iced tea made from hibiscus flowers, known for its vibrant red color and numerous health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dried hibiscus flowers
- 8 cups water
- 1 cup sugar (or to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil 8 cups of water in a large pot.
- Add the dried hibiscus flowers to the boiling water and let it steep for about 15-20 minutes.
- Strain the mixture to remove the hibiscus flowers.
- Add sugar to the hot hibiscus tea and stir until dissolved.
- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then stir in the fresh lime juice.
- Refrigerate the tea until chilled.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your preference.
- This drink can be served hot as well, simply skip the ice.
- For a twist, add slices of fresh fruit like oranges or berries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg