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Strawberry Hibiscus Iced

Strawberry Hibiscus Iced Tea for a Refreshing Summer Sip

This Strawberry Hibiscus Iced Tea is a refreshing drink that captures the essence of summer with its sweet strawberries and tangy hibiscus notes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 5 cups water Using fresh, filtered water enhances the flavor.
  • 0.5 cup dried hibiscus flowers Provides a tangy flavor and vibrant color.
For the Flavoring
  • 1.5 cups frozen strawberries Adds sweetness and helps keep the drink chilled.
  • 10 leaves fresh mint Offers a refreshing aroma and flavor.
For the Sweetener
  • 0.33 cup honey Balances the tartness; try agave syrup for a vegan alternative.

Equipment

  • pot
  • Pitcher
  • fine mesh strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Hibiscus Iced Tea
  1. In a large pot, bring 5 cups of fresh, filtered water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once the water is boiling, carefully stir in ½ cup of dried hibiscus flowers, then turn off the heat. Allow the mixture to steep, covered, for 15 minutes.
  3. Position a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher and carefully pour the hibiscus mixture through it.
  4. Mix in 1 ½ cups of frozen strawberries and 10 fresh mint leaves into the strained hibiscus tea.
  5. Spoon in 1/3 cup of honey and stir well until it dissolves completely.
  6. Refrigerate the tea for at least 1 hour to chill, or serve immediately over ice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

For best results, serve your iced tea over ice after chilling. Store in an airtight pitcher for up to a week.

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