Gut Friendly Iced Hibiscus Berry Tea
Few drinks are as stunning to look at as a deep ruby hibiscus tea poured over a pile of fresh berries and ice — and this one tastes every bit as good as it looks. Dried hibiscus flowers, a cinnamon stick, and fresh ginger are simmered together to build a naturally bold, floral base that's warming and complex without any artificial flavors or additives. Honey steps in as the sweetener, keeping things gentle and easy to digest compared to refined sugars you'd find in most bottled drinks. The fresh blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries nestled in each glass aren't just pretty — they add a burst of real fruit with every sip. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens the whole thing and gives it that extra zing that makes it feel like a proper craft beverage. It's the kind of refreshing, feel-good drink you'll want to make on repeat all summer long.
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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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