Greenfield Barberry Garden Recipe
black tea. hibiscus. barberries. cornflower petals.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavors and Garnish
Water
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Combine Tea and Hibiscus
Once the water has boiled, remove it from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves and 1 tablespoon of hibiscus flowers. Stir gently to combine.
- 3
Steep the Mixture
Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea mixture into a teapot or heatproof container to remove the tea leaves and hibiscus flowers.
Final Touches
- 5
Add Barberries and Cornflower Petals
Stir in 1 tablespoon of dried barberries and 1 teaspoon of dried cornflower petals into the strained tea.
- 6
Serve
Pour the tea into cups and serve hot. Enjoy the vibrant colors and flavors of the barberries and cornflower petals.