A vibrant and refreshing drink, this spiced hibiscus iced tea combines the tartness of hibiscus with warm notes of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice. Perfect for a cooling summer beverage or a cozy winter warmer.
Spiced Hibiscus Iced Tea Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing drink, this spiced hibiscus iced tea combines the tartness of hibiscus with warm notes of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice. Perfect for a cooling summer beverage or a cozy winter warmer.
Ingredients
- 6 cup water
- 2 cup dried hibiscus petals
- 1 cinnamon stick cinnamon stick
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch ground allspice
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar or to taste
Instructions
- 1. Combine water, dried hibiscus petals, cinnamon stick, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, and ground allspice in a large saucepan. 2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. 3. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse and the hibiscus to release its vibrant color. 4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the granulated sugar until dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired. 5. Carefully strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof pitcher or container, discarding the solids. 6. Allow the spiced hibiscus tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled. 7. Serve over ice and garnish with a citrus slice or fresh mint if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the amount of sugar to your preferred sweetness. For a stronger flavor, steep the hibiscus petals and spices for an additional 5-10 minutes. This tea can be served warm for a comforting drink on cooler days. Garnish with a slice of orange, lime, or a sprig of mint for an extra touch.
