MSG Free Hibiscus Berry Iced Tea with Mint and Cucumber
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone mid-scroll, and the flavor absolutely delivers on the promise. Dried hibiscus flowers and fresh or frozen mixed berries simmer together until the liquid turns richly fragrant, then honey rounds out the tartness in the most natural way. A splash of lemon juice, cool cucumber slices, and a generous handful of fresh mint all steep into the chilled base, layering in brightness and a subtle garden freshness that no store-bought drink can replicate. Because every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, you never have to squint at a label wondering what's hiding in the flavoring or seasoning blend. The result is a pitcher drink that looks stunning on a table, tastes genuinely complex, and comes together with nothing more than a saucepan and a strainer. Serve it over plenty of ice with extra mint and cucumber for a drink that feels as good as it looks.
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4 servings
For the hibiscus tea base
- 4 cups water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
- 2 tbsp honey
For the pitcher
- 2 cups cold water
- ½ english cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- cucumber slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 4 cups water, the dried hibiscus flowers, and the mixed berries in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8–10 minutes, until the liquid is deeply ruby-red and fragrant.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
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