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Hibiscus Tea Strawberry

A tangy and refreshing beverage combining hibiscus tea and fresh strawberries, perfect for warm afternoons and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: American, Refreshing
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 2 cups water Filtered water for boiling.
  • 2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
For the Strawberry Mixture
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Use ripe strawberries for best flavor.
  • to taste sugar or honey Adjust based on your sweetness preference.
Garnish (optional)
  • as needed lemon slices For garnish.
  • as needed fresh mint leaves For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, remove the pot from heat and stir in the dried hibiscus flowers. Cover and let it steep for about 10 minutes.
  3. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the tea into a pitcher, discarding the hibiscus flowers.
  4. Add sugar or honey to taste while the tea is still warm. Stir until dissolved.
  5. In a blender, puree the sliced strawberries until smooth. You can add a bit of sugar if desired.
  6. Mix the strawberry puree into the hibiscus tea. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until chilled.
Serving
  1. Pour the tea into glasses over ice. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves if you’re feeling fancy.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Best enjoyed cold! Consider freezing the tea in ice cube trays for later use in other drinks or smoothies.