Barley Free Hibiscus-Berry Cinnamon Rooibos Tea
This vibrant, ruby-red tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually savor the moment. Rooibos forms the naturally caffeine-free base, layered with the tart floral punch of dried hibiscus and the warmth of real cinnamon sticks and fresh ginger. Frozen mixed berries are simmered right in the water before steeping, coaxing out a gorgeous deep color and a fruity sweetness that feels almost like a mulled wine without the alcohol. A touch of honey and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice round everything out, giving the final cup a perfectly balanced sweet-tart finish. Every single ingredient here is straightforwardly grain-free, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden grain derivatives sneaking into your mug. Serve it steaming hot on a cold afternoon or poured over ice with a sprig of fresh mint for something that looks almost too pretty to drink.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 rooibos tea bags
- 2 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2–3 tbsp honey, or to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- ice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, frozen mixed berries, cinnamon sticks, and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the berries have softened and released their color into the water.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the rooibos tea bags and dried hibiscus flowers. Steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep ruby-red.
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