How to Make the Perfect Strawberry Hibiscus Tea
Mexican-Inspired · Easy · 20 min · 6 servings
This gorgeous strawberry hibiscus tea combines the tart floral flavor of dried hibiscus flowers with sweet fresh strawberries for a stunning ruby-red iced tea perfect for summer. This easy homemade hibiscus tea recipe is naturally caffeine-free rich in vitamin C and makes an impressive drink for parties and outdoor gatherings.
Why this recipe works
This Strawberry Hibiscus Tea recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 20 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 75 calories with 0g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 0.5 cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 3 cups boiling water
- 3 cups cold water
- 1.5 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Steep Hibiscus Tea
Place dried hibiscus flowers in a heat-safe pitcher and pour 3 cups of boiling water over them. Steep for 8 minutes until the liquid turns a deep vivid red. Strain out the flowers and discard them.
Step 2: Make Strawberry Syrup
Combine sliced strawberries and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Mash and stir for 5 minutes until the strawberries break down and the syrup thickens. Strain through a sieve to remove solids.
Step 3: Combine and Chill
Stir the strawberry syrup into the hibiscus tea until fully combined. Add 3 cups of cold water mix well and taste adjusting sweetness with additional sugar or syrup as preferred. Refrigerate until chilled.
Step 4: Serve
Pour over ice-filled glasses and garnish with fresh strawberry slices and a small hibiscus flower if available for a stunning presentation that is sure to impress guests.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- dried hibiscus flowers → hibiscus herbal tea bags using 4 bags steeped for 5 minutes as a convenient alternative
- fresh strawberries → frozen strawberries thawed work perfectly and are available year-round for consistent results
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Steeping hibiscus for too long which can make the tea overly tart and astringent requiring a lot of extra sugar to balance
- Not tasting and adjusting the sweetness before serving since hibiscus is naturally very tart and may need more sweetener than expected
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 75 calories, 0g protein, 19g carbs, 0g fat, 1g fiber.
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