Nightshade Free Classic Hibiscus Iced Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone in their tracks, and the flavor delivers just as much as the visual. Dried hibiscus flowers steep into a bold, tart, floral brew that feels refreshingly sophisticated without a single complicated step. A quick homemade simple syrup lets you dial the sweetness exactly where you want it, and a splash of fresh lime juice ties everything together with a bright, citrusy finish. Since nightshades can sneak into all kinds of packaged beverages through natural flavoring blends or fruit mixes, making this from scratch means you know exactly what's in your glass. The ingredient list is beautifully short — just flowers, sugar, water, and lime — so there's nothing to second-guess. Serve it over a tall glass of ice on a warm afternoon and it genuinely rivals anything you'd order at a 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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