Low Sodium Iced Hibiscus Berry Tea
Few drinks are as visually stunning as a deep ruby hibiscus tea poured over a pile of fresh, jewel-toned berries. Dried hibiscus flowers do all the heavy lifting here, simmering with a cinnamon stick and fresh ginger to create a brew that's floral, lightly spiced, and beautifully fragrant. A touch of honey brings just enough natural sweetness to round everything out without tipping into sugary territory. Because the flavor comes entirely from whole ingredients, you're not relying on any packaged mixes or flavored syrups that might sneak in unwanted sodium. The lemon juice is optional but adds a bright, citrusy lift that makes the whole glass feel even more refreshing. Blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries nestle into the ice and slowly infuse the tea as you sip, making every glass a little different. It's the kind of drink that looks like it took serious effort but comes together with almost no fuss.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries)
- 2 cups ice
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, dried hibiscus flowers, cinnamon stick, and 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 ruby red and fragrant.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
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