Cinnamon Free Hibiscus Iced Tea
Tart, floral, and brilliantly crimson, this hibiscus iced tea is the kind of drink that stops people mid-sip and makes them ask what's in it. Dried hibiscus flowers steep with fresh ginger and honey to build a flavor that's bright and complex without relying on any warming spices — making it a genuinely refreshing option for anyone navigating cinnamon sensitivities. So many store-bought herbal teas and flavored drinks sneak cinnamon into their blends, sometimes under vague "natural flavors" labeling, so brewing your own is the cleanest way to stay in control. The ginger adds just enough gentle heat to keep things interesting, while fresh lemon juice sharpens the whole thing into something that tastes almost fancy. A long chill in the fridge lets the flavors settle and deepen, so it's worth the wait. Pour it over ice with a few lemon slices and it's honestly stunning enough to serve at a dinner party or a lazy afternoon on the porch.
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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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