Gut Friendly Whole30 Hibiscus Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop you mid-scroll, and the flavor delivers just as much drama. Dried hibiscus flowers steep into a tart, floral brew that feels genuinely special without a single ingredient that could upset a sensitive gut. The optional add-ins ā cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger ā layer in warmth and spice that make this feel more like a craft beverage than a simple herbal tea. Ginger in particular is a longtime favorite for supporting digestion, so it's a welcome bonus if you have it on hand. The process is as straightforward as it gets: simmer, steep, strain, and serve. Whether you pour it steaming into a mug on a cold afternoon or load a glass with ice on a hot day, it's endlessly refreshing and completely free of anything processed or artificial. This is the kind of drink that makes clean eating feel genuinely indulgent.
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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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