Sesame 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 just a little tangy, with an almost cranberry-like depth that feels far more special than your average glass of iced tea. The optional cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger layer in warmth and spice that make this feel like a real craft beverage, not just a simple infusion. Every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward, so there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or allergen cross-contact ā just whole, recognizable pantry staples doing their thing. It works beautifully hot on a chilly afternoon or poured over ice on a warm day, making it one of those rare drinks that earns a permanent spot in your rotation year-round. Batch it up, stash it in the fridge, and you've got a gorgeous, refreshing drink ready whenever you need it.
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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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