HIBISCUS TEA Recipe
Warm Floral-Spice Tea. Sweet and tart, this floral tea is our own family recipe. Served hot.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancements
Method
Preparation
Prepare Ingredients
Gather all ingredients. If using whole ginger, peel and slice it into thin pieces.
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Brewing the Tea
Add Hibiscus and Spices
Once the water is boiling, add the dried hibiscus flowers, cinnamon stick, cloves, and sliced ginger to the pot.
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Finishing Touches
Strain the Tea
After simmering, remove the pot from heat and strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer into a teapot or serving pitcher, discarding the solids.
Sweeten and Serve
Stir in honey and lemon juice to taste. Serve hot in cups, garnished with additional lemon slices if desired.