Wheat Free Iced Hibiscus Berry Tea
Few drinks are as visually stunning as a deep ruby hibiscus tea poured over a tumble of fresh berries and ice. Dried hibiscus flowers, a cinnamon stick, and a touch of fresh ginger simmer together into something that smells incredible and tastes even better — floral, lightly spiced, and just tart enough to feel refreshing. A spoonful of honey rounds out the flavor without overpowering the natural brightness of the hibiscus. The whole thing is naturally free of wheat and grains, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess — every ingredient here is exactly what it looks like. Dropping fresh blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries into the glass before pouring isn't just pretty; it adds little bursts of fruit flavor as you sip your way down. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end is optional but highly recommended if you love a drink with a little extra zing. This is the kind of pitcher drink that disappears fast at gatherings, and the good news is it's easy enough to make a second batch.
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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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