MSG Free Hibiscus Iced Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone mid-scroll, and the flavor absolutely delivers on the promise. Dried hibiscus flowers steep with fresh ginger and honey to create something tart, floral, and gently warming all at once — a combination that feels far more sophisticated than the effort involved. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens everything up and gives it that refreshing edge that makes you want to keep refilling your glass. Every single ingredient here is whole and straightforward, so there are no hidden additives or flavor enhancers sneaking into your cup — just real food doing all the work. Bottled teas and powdered drink mixes are notorious for containing unwanted extras, which makes brewing your own such a satisfying alternative. The process is simple: simmer, steep, strain, chill, and serve over ice. It's the kind of drink that looks stunning at a summer gathering but requires almost no effort to pull together.
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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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