BHA & BHT Free Whole30 Hibiscus Tea
Bright, tart, and strikingly beautiful in the glass, this hibiscus tea is made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients ā no preservatives, no artificial stabilizers, nothing hiding in a label. That matters more than you might think, because many bottled and bagged teas on store shelves quietly contain synthetic antioxidants used to extend shelf life. Brewing your own from dried hibiscus flowers means you know exactly what's in your cup. The deep ruby color comes naturally from the flowers themselves, and the optional additions of cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger layer in warmth and spice without complicating the process at all. A quick simmer followed by a gentle steep is all it takes to coax out that vivid, jewel-toned liquid. Serve it steaming in a mug on a cold afternoon or poured over ice for something refreshingly tangy ā either way, it's the kind of drink that feels a little special without requiring any effort at all.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- Ā½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- 4 whole cloves (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, dried hibiscus flowers, and any optional aromatics (cinnamon stick, cloves, ginger) in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep, vivid ruby-red.
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