Citric Acid Free Whole30 Hibiscus Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop you in your tracks — this hibiscus tea is as stunning to look at as it is to sip. Dried hibiscus flowers bring a naturally tart, floral flavor that feels refreshing and complex without a single drop of added citrus or citric acid, which sneaks into so many store-bought herbal teas and flavored drinks. The optional cinnamon stick, cloves, and fresh ginger layer in warmth and spice, turning a simple steep into something that tastes genuinely special. It all comes together in one saucepan with minimal effort, and that vivid, jewel-toned brew looks like something you'd pay good money for at a café. Serve it steaming hot on a chilly morning or pour it over ice for a gorgeous, cooling drink that works any time of year. Whether you're doing a Whole30 reset or simply trying to avoid hidden additives, this is the kind of recipe that proves clean ingredients never have to mean boring ones.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- ½ 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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