Paraben Free Iced Hibiscus Berry Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone in their tracks, and the flavor absolutely delivers on the promise. Dried hibiscus flowers steeped with cinnamon and fresh ginger create a bold, floral base with just enough warmth and spice to keep things interesting. Honey sweetens the brew naturally, and a squeeze of lemon juice brightens the whole thing without any synthetic additives to worry about. For anyone navigating a paraben-free lifestyle, bottled teas and flavored drinks can be a minefield of preservatives and mystery ingredients — this one is made entirely from whole, recognizable foods you can trust. Fresh berries piled into each glass add bursts of fruity sweetness as you sip, making every pour feel a little celebratory. It's the kind of drink that works just as well at a backyard gathering as it does on a quiet afternoon when you just want something beautiful and refreshing.
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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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