Nitrate & Nitrite Free Whole30 Hibiscus Tea
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop you in your tracks ā this steeped hibiscus tea is as gorgeous to look at as it is refreshing to drink. Dried hibiscus flowers, simmered low and slow, produce a tart, floral brew that feels almost too pretty to be this simple. The optional cinnamon stick, cloves, and fresh ginger layer in warmth and spice, turning a basic steep into something that tastes genuinely complex. Because every ingredient here is a whole, unprocessed plant, you never have to second-guess what's in your glass ā no cured meats, no packaged drink mixes, no hidden preservatives to worry about. It works beautifully served hot straight from the pot, or chilled over ice for a vibrant, jewel-toned cooler. Whether you're doing a Whole30 reset or just craving a clean, naturally flavored drink, this one earns a permanent spot in your rotation.
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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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