Chestnut Free Classic Hibiscus Iced Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone in their tracks, and the flavor — floral, tart, and just sweet enough — absolutely delivers on the promise. Dried hibiscus flowers steep into a gorgeous, jewel-toned liquid that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. A quick homemade simple syrup lets you dial in exactly the right level of sweetness, and a splash of fresh lime juice adds a bright, citrusy lift that ties everything together. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just straightforward, beautiful tea. Poured over ice with a few lime slices, it's the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy café but comes together easily in your own kitchen. It's equally at home at a backyard cookout or a quiet afternoon on the porch, and it scales up beautifully if you need a crowd-pleasing pitcher.
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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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