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Lavender Hibiscus Iced Tea

Refreshing Lavender Hibiscus Iced Tea for Warm Days

Enjoy a refreshing, caffeine-free Lavender Hibiscus Iced Tea, a vibrant mocktail perfect for warm days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mocktail Base
  • 2 cups Filtered Water The essential base for brewing.
  • 0.5 cups Dried Hibiscus Flowers More can be added for bolder taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Culinary Lavender Be careful not to over-steep.
  • 0.25 cups Honey or Simple Syrup Maple syrup is a vegan substitute.
  • 0.5 cups Fresh Lemon Juice Enhances the flavor.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Cold Water Used for dilution.
  • as needed Ice Cubes Chills the drink.
  • as needed Lemon Wheels or Mint Sprigs Optional garnishes.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Heat-proof pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil 2 cups of filtered water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the saucepan from heat, add dried hibiscus flowers and culinary lavender, cover and steep for 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. Strain the brewed tea through a fine mesh strainer into a heat-proof pitcher.
  4. Stir in honey or simple syrup while the tea base is still warm.
  5. Mix in 1 cup of cold water and fresh lemon juice, stir well.
  6. Fill tall glasses with ice cubes and pour the tea over the ice.
  7. Garnish with lemon wheels or mint sprigs and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 18gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Control steeping time to avoid bitterness. Consider cold brewing for a smoother flavor. Adjust sweetness according to taste.

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