Oats Free Hibiscus Iced Tea
Tart, floral, and strikingly beautiful in the glass, 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 create a deep ruby brew that's refreshing, lightly spiced, and just sweet enough. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up and gives it that perfect balance between tangy and smooth. Since every ingredient here is naturally whole and plant-based, there's absolutely nothing to second-guess — no grains, no fillers, no hidden additives to worry about. It's a great reminder that some of the most impressive drinks come together with the simplest pantry staples. Make a big pitcher and keep it in the fridge; it only gets better as it chills and the flavors settle in.
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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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