Turmeric Free Iced Hibiscus Berry Tea
Few drinks are as visually stunning as a glass of deep ruby hibiscus tea poured over a pile of fresh, colorful berries. Dried hibiscus flowers give this iced tea its gorgeous jewel-toned color and a pleasantly tart, floral flavor that feels refreshing and a little exotic all at once. A cinnamon stick and fresh ginger add warmth and depth to the brew, while honey rounds everything out with just enough sweetness. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan before getting chilled and poured over ice — simple, fuss-free, and genuinely impressive to serve. Many store-bought flavored teas and herbal blends sneak in unexpected spice blends, but this one is made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients you control from start to finish. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end is optional but really brightens the flavor if you're in the mood for a little extra zing. It's the kind of drink that looks like it took serious effort but is honestly one of the easiest things you'll make all summer.
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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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