Almond Free Hibiscus Iced Tea
Few drinks are as visually stunning as a glass of this deep ruby iced tea — it looks like something you'd pay too much for at a trendy café, but it comes together with just a handful of real ingredients. Dried hibiscus flowers steep with fresh ginger in simmering water, creating a tart, floral base that's bright and complex without being fussy. A touch of honey sweetens things naturally, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice sharpens the whole flavor profile into something genuinely refreshing. The strained, chilled result is clean and crisp over ice — exactly what you want on a warm afternoon. Since every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nut derivatives sneaking into your glass. It's also easy to dial the sweetness up or down to your taste before it goes into the fridge to chill. Make a big pitcher and it'll disappear faster than you expect.
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4 servings
- 6 cup water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 4 cups water, the dried hibiscus flowers, and the sliced ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep, vivid ruby-red.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the honey until fully dissolved, then let the tea steep for 10 minutes.
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