Vegan Whole30 Hibiscus Tea
Tart, floral, and strikingly beautiful in the glass, this hibiscus tea is one of those drinks that feels far more special than the effort it takes to make. The dried hibiscus flowers steep into a deep ruby-red liquid that looks almost too pretty to drink ā almost. A cinnamon stick, a few whole cloves, or a few slices of fresh ginger can be layered in to add warmth and complexity, making it easy to customize to your mood or the season. Every single ingredient here comes straight from nature with zero animal products involved, so it fits effortlessly into a fully plant-based lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds. It works beautifully served hot as a calming evening drink or poured over ice for a refreshing afternoon treat. Store-bought hibiscus beverages often sneak in added sugars or natural flavors of uncertain origin, but brewing your own means you know exactly what's in the cup. Simple, stunning, and endlessly versatile.
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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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