Xanthan Gum Free Iced Hibiscus Berry Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone in their tracks, and the flavor is just as striking — tart, floral, and gently spiced with cinnamon and fresh ginger. Honey brings a soft sweetness that balances the hibiscus beautifully, while the fresh berries nestled in each glass add little bursts of flavor with every sip. Many packaged drinks and flavored teas sneak in thickeners or stabilizers that can be a real problem for anyone avoiding certain additives, but every ingredient here is completely straightforward and whole. The brewing process is simple — a quick simmer, a strain, and a chill — so you're in full control of exactly what goes into your glass. A squeeze of lemon juice is optional but highly recommended if you want to brighten the whole thing up even further. This is the kind of drink that feels special enough for a dinner party but easy enough to make on a random Tuesday afternoon.
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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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