Yeast Free Hibiscus Iced Tea
Tart, floral, and brilliantly crimson, this hibiscus iced tea is the kind of drink that looks like it took serious effort but comes together with just a handful of pantry staples. Dried hibiscus flowers steep with fresh ginger to create a deep ruby base that's both bold and refreshing, while honey and a squeeze of lemon round out the flavor into something genuinely craveable. Because it's naturally brewed without any fermentation or leavening agents, it's a completely safe pick for anyone avoiding yeast — no label-scanning required. The ginger adds a gentle warmth that plays beautifully against the tartness of the hibiscus, making each sip feel a little more interesting than your average iced tea. A fine-mesh strainer does all the heavy lifting to give you a clean, jewel-toned pour that's as gorgeous in a glass as it is on a summer table. Make a big pitcher, keep it cold, and serve it over ice with a few lemon slices for a drink that disappears fast.
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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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