Citrus Free Whole30 Hibiscus Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to make you stop and stare before you even take a sip. Dried hibiscus flowers steep into something genuinely stunning ā tart, floral, and bold, with a complexity that feels far fancier than the short ingredient list suggests. The optional cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger layer in warmth and spice, turning a simple herbal brew into something that tastes almost ceremonial. So many flavored teas and bottled drinks sneak in citrus juice, citric acid, or "natural flavors" that can be a real problem ā this one keeps things completely clean with nothing but flowers, water, and whole spices. It's naturally Whole30-compliant and works beautifully hot or poured over a tall glass of ice, making it just as welcome at a cozy winter table as it is on a sweltering afternoon. The straining step is quick and satisfying, and the result keeps well in the fridge so you can have a gorgeous, safe drink ready to go all week long.
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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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