Iced Hibiscus Berry Refreshment (Printable)

Enjoy a refreshing blend of hibiscus and berries, perfect for summer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea

01 - 4 cups 1 liter water
02 - 1/4 cup 10 g dried hibiscus flowers
03 - 2 green tea bags optional, for extra flavor
04 - 1/4 cup 50 g granulated sugar or honey adjust to taste

→ Fruit & Berries

05 - 1/2 cup 75 g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
06 - 1/2 cup 75 g fresh blueberries
07 - 1/2 cup 75 g fresh raspberries
08 - 1 orange, thinly sliced
09 - 1 lime, thinly sliced
10 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat, add the dried hibiscus flowers and if using green tea bags. Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
02 - Strain the tea into a heatproof pitcher to remove the flowers and tea bags.
03 - While the tea is still warm, stir in the sugar or honey until dissolved.
04 - Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until chilled.
05 - Add the sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, orange, and lime to the chilled tea. Stir gently.
06 - Serve over ice, garnished with fresh mint leaves.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This refreshing drink is your ticket to summer joy, brightening any occasion.
  • It's quick and easy to whip up, making it a fantastic choice for spontaneous entertaining.
02 -
  • When I first made this, I forgot to soak the hibiscus long enough, leading to a weak flavor.
  • Adding the fruit to the tea while it's still warm enhances their natural sweetness.
03 -
  • Layer flavors by experimenting with different herbs like basil or rosemary.
  • A splash of citrus juice can brighten the tea even more.
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