Karkaday hibiscus tea is one of the healthiest and most powerful antihypertensive drinks you can consume. This iced tea is easy to make and very refreshing on a sweltering hot summer day. It is naturally tart and floral, and it pairs well with any fruity combination you may desire. It can also be served hot. This recipe makes a pitcher enough to share with the whole family.
Place the loose tea flowers into a tea bag or stainless steel infuser and set it into a pitcher. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over the infuser, ensuring it is submerged fully. Allow it to brew for 1 hour minimum.
Dissolve the honey into tea mixture while the water is still hot.
Pour on the remaining cold water and allow it to continue to brew in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
When serving, add frozen strawberries, lemon slices, and mint leaves to the pitcher. You may garnish each glass with mint leaves or a lemon wedge on the side.
For hot tea
Simply add the tea infuser filled with hibiscus to 4 1/2 cups of boiling water. Brew for 15-20 minutes, and then remove infuser.
Add honey or sugar and serve hot. Add lemon or mint as you like.