Iced Hibiscus Tea
A vibrant, tart, and floral iced tea brewed from dried hibiscus petals, lightly sweetened with honey or agave and brightened with lime—naturally caffeine-free and full of antioxidants.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes plus chilling
- Yield: 4 glasses 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup dried hibiscus petals (flor de jamaica)
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedges and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in dried hibiscus petals.
- Cover and let steep for 10–15 minutes.
- Strain the tea into a pitcher, discarding the petals.
- Stir in honey or agave while still warm, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- Add fresh lime juice and chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Serve over ice in glasses and garnish with lime wedges and mint sprigs.
Notes
- Steep longer for a more intense flavor and deeper color.
- For a fizzier version, mix with sparkling water before serving.
- Use dried hibiscus from a reputable source to ensure food-grade quality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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