Cashew Free Classic Hibiscus Iced Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone in their tracks, and the flavor — tart, floral, and just sweet enough — absolutely delivers on the promise. Dried hibiscus flowers steep into an intensely vibrant liquid that feels far more special than your average glass of iced tea. A quick homemade simple syrup lets you dial in exactly the sweetness you want, and a splash of fresh lime juice ties everything together with a bright, citrusy finish. The whole thing comes together with pantry staples and zero specialty ingredients, so there's no label-reading stress or worrying about hidden allergens lurking in a store-bought blend. It's naturally free from nuts of any kind — the ingredient list is just flowers, sugar, water, and lime, which is about as clean as a recipe gets. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a few lime slices and it looks like something you'd pay way too much for at a trendy café.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the tea
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- 2
Bring the remaining 4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Remove from the heat, add the dried hibiscus flowers, and steep for 8–10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep ruby red.
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