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Refreshing Hibiscus Iced Tea Recipe with Honey and Mint – Easy Homemade Drink

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A vibrant and refreshing iced tea combining tart hibiscus, smooth honey, and fresh mint, perfect for hot days and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup (15 grams) dried hibiscus flowers or 4 hibiscus tea bags
  • 4 cups (950 ml) water
  • 2–3 tablespoons honey, adjusted to taste
  • A handful (10-15 leaves) fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
  • Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

  1. Bring 4 cups (950 ml) of water to a rolling boil using a kettle or pot (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Place dried hibiscus flowers or tea bags into a heatproof pitcher. Pour boiling water over them and steep for 10-15 minutes until the water turns deep ruby red.
  3. Remove tea bags or strain out dried petals using a fine mesh sieve.
  4. While the tea is warm but not boiling hot, stir in 2-3 tablespoons honey until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  5. Add fresh mint leaves to the warm tea and let sit for about 10 minutes to infuse.
  6. Optionally, add 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice to brighten flavors.
  7. Chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until cold. Alternatively, add ice cubes directly to the pitcher (note this may dilute the tea).
  8. Serve over ice in tall glasses and garnish with additional fresh mint leaves.

Notes

Add honey when tea is warm to dissolve properly. Bruise mint leaves before adding to release oils. Steep hibiscus 12-15 minutes for best flavor balance. If tea is too tart, add a pinch of baking soda sparingly to mellow. Fresh mint is preferred for best flavor; dried mint or other herbs like basil or lemon balm can be used as alternatives. Store tea in sealed container in fridge up to 3 days; add fresh mint before serving to maintain flavor.

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