Ingredients
– 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
– 4 cups water
– Sweetener of choice (optional, such as honey, sugar, or agave syrup)
– Lemon or lime slices (optional, for garnish)
– Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to make a vibrant and flavorful hibiscus tea:
1. Boil Water: In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
2. Add Hibiscus Flowers: Once the water is boiling, add 1 cup of dried hibiscus flowers to the pot.
3. Steep the Tea: Remove the pot from heat. Let the hibiscus flowers steep in the hot water for about 5 to 10 minutes. The longer you steep, the stronger the flavor.
4. Strain the Liquid: After steeping, strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer to separate the tea from the flowers.
5. Sweeten and Serve: If desired, sweeten your tea with honey or sugar. Serve hot or let it cool and pour over ice for a refreshing iced tea.
These straightforward steps simplify the process, making it easy for anyone to enjoy this wonderful drink.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 0g