Hibiscus Tea

Hibiscus Tea

Brewed at Home From Dried Hibiscus Flowers

Hibiscus tea has such a complex flavor that first time tasters will be surprised to discover that it is only dried hibiscus and sugar..

How to Make Hibiscus Tea

I got the idea and instructions for making hibiscus tea from my Taste and Create partner this month, Liz at A Whisk and a Prayer.  I had been talking about edible hibiscus the day before I got assigned to be her partner, so as soon as I saw this tea, I knew that it was what I wanted to make (and, of course, a cupcake that features hibiscus).

To make hibiscus tea you will need hibiscus flowers.  You may be able to find them at a Mexican grocer.  After brewing the tea, you can use the flowers to make candied hibiscus flowers.  You can also use the flowers to dye frosting pink without food coloring.

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried hibiscus flowers, rinsed
• 8 cups water, divided
• 3/4 cup sugar

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan on high heat, bring hibiscus flowers, 4 cups of water, and sugar to a boil.
2. Cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and allow to come to room temperature.
4. Using a colander, strain out the hibiscus flowers. Don't throw the flowers away! Save them to make candied hibiscus flowers.
5. Add the remaining four cups of water.
6. Stir and chill.
7. Serve over ice.

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