Hibiscus Tea with Fresh Mint
52kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried hibiscus flowers
- 4 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- ice cubes for serving
- fresh mint leaves for garnish
Method
- In a medium saucepan, combine the dried hibiscus flowers, cold water, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the hibiscus to steep and the liquid to turn deep red.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, vanilla extract, and ground ginger until the sugar fully dissolves.
- Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, discarding the hibiscus flowers and cinnamon stick.
- Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
Nutrition
Calories52kcalCarbohydrates13gSodium2mgPotassium60mgFiber0.5gSugar11gVitamin A25IUVitamin C18mgCalcium22mgIron0.6mg
Notes
Swap sugar for maple syrup, honey, or monk fruit for a lower-glycemic version. Add a splash of sparkling water for fizz or steep with orange peel for added citrus notes. Store chilled for up to 5 days and garnish with mint, lemon slices, or edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.