Description
Refreshingly vibrant, Strawberry Hibiscus Iced Tea is the ultimate summer beverage that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. Made with only four simple ingredients—dried hibiscus flowers, strawberries, mint, and honey—this delightful drink is both easy to prepare and incredibly thirst-quenching. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, enjoying a barbecue, or just unwinding on a sunny afternoon, this iced tea will elevate your refreshment game. Plus, it’s caffeine-free and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Dive into this homemade treat that not only looks stunning but also tastes divine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 ½ cup frozen strawberries
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1/3 cup honey (or to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the dried hibiscus flowers, frozen strawberries, and fresh mint leaves.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Remove from heat and gently mash the strawberries to release their juices.
- Allow the mixture to steep for an additional 15 minutes.
- Strain the liquid through a strainer to remove solids.
- Chill in the refrigerator until cold.
- Serve over ice with optional garnishes of fresh strawberries, lime slices, or mint leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Beverage
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg