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Hibiscus Iced Tea

Refreshing Hibiscus Iced Tea: Your Summer Sip of Joy

Enjoy a refreshing glass of Hibiscus Iced Tea, perfect for warm afternoons with its floral notes and zesty lime flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Beverage
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups fresh cold water Essential for clarity and taste
  • 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers Rinse them to amplify flavor
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick Use sparingly to keep hibiscus flavor central
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust amount based on taste preference
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Brightens the tea flavor

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Refreshing Hibiscus Iced Tea
  1. Combine 4 cups of fresh cold water, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cinnamon stick in a large pot. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  2. Remove the pot from heat and stir in 1 cup of rinsed dried hibiscus flowers, ensuring they submerge.
  3. Cover and let steep for 30 minutes, but no longer than 2 hours to avoid bitterness.
  4. Strain the mixture into a large pitcher to remove hibiscus flowers and cinnamon stick.
  5. Allow strained tea to cool for about 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Serve over ice, and for extra flavor, squeeze the juice of half a lime into each glass before pouring.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 28gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with lime wheels or mint leaves for added color and aroma. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze in ice cube trays for later use.

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