Gelatin Free Hibiscus-Berry Cinnamon Rooibos Tea
This deeply ruby-red tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually enjoy what's in your cup. Simmered berries, warming cinnamon sticks, and fresh ginger build a rich, fruity base before rooibos and dried hibiscus steep into something that looks almost too beautiful to drink. The combination of floral hibiscus and earthy rooibos gives it a layered depth that feels far more special than anything you'd pull off a store shelf. Honey and a squeeze of lemon round out the flavors with just the right balance of sweet and bright. Many packaged fruit teas and flavored drinks sneak in unexpected additives, so brewing your own from whole ingredients means you know exactly what's in every sip. It works beautifully served hot on a chilly evening or poured over ice when you want something refreshing and naturally vibrant. A sprig of fresh mint on top is a small touch that makes it feel genuinely special.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!