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Hibiscus Tea Drinks

A refreshing and tangy beverage made from dried hibiscus flowers, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: African, Caribbean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Hibiscus Tea Base
  • 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers Ensure they are food grade
  • 4 cups water Filtered water is preferred
  • 1 cup sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice About 4-6 limes
Optional Garnishes
  • 4 slices lime For garnish
  • 4 sprigs mint For garnish

Method
 

Prepare Hibiscus Tea
  1. In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  2. Add the dried hibiscus flowers and reduce heat to a simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and strain the mixture into a pitcher, discarding the flowers.
  4. Stir in the sugar while the tea is still warm until dissolved.
  5. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then stir in the fresh lime juice.
Serve
  1. Pour the hibiscus tea into serving glasses over ice.
  2. Garnish with lime slices and mint sprigs if desired.
  3. Enjoy your refreshing hibiscus tea drink!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Hibiscus tea can be served hot or cold. For a variation, consider adding other fruits or herbs.

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