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Jamaica Hibiscus Iced Tea

Tart, floral, and vibrant—this Jamaican classic brews dried hibiscus flowers into a refreshing iced tea with lime and honey. Ready in minutes, no cooking required.

Total time
8 min
Servings
2
Calories
64
Jamaica Hibiscus Iced Tea
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pour hot water over hibiscus flowers in a heatproof jug or pitcher.

  2. Step 2

    Let steep for 5 minutes until the liquid turns deep crimson and flowers soften.

  3. Step 3

    Strain through a fine sieve, discarding flowers. Let cool 1 minute.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in honey and lime juice until honey dissolves completely.

  5. Step 5

    Pour into glasses filled with ice and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • heatproof pitcher or jug
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • spoon for stirring
  • drinking glasses

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