Carrageenan Free Whole30 Hibiscus Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop you mid-scroll, and the flavor absolutely delivers on the promise. Dried hibiscus flowers steep into something tart, floral, and refreshing ā naturally vibrant without a drop of artificial dye or additive. For anyone avoiding carrageenan, store-bought flavored teas and bottled drinks can be a minefield, since the thickener sneaks into everything from ready-to-drink beverages to flavored syrups. This recipe keeps things beautifully simple: just water, flowers, and a handful of whole spices if you want a little warmth and complexity. The cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger are optional, but they round out the tartness in a way that makes this feel almost like a mulled drink in cooler months. Serve it steaming hot or pour it over ice for a jewel-toned cooler that looks far more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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