Blushing Bride [Hibiscus] Tea from: No Good Tea Goes Unpunished
Enjoy this delightfully refreshing hibiscus recipe with a splash of lemon or garnish of lime. Also known as the J. C. Miller or the Summer Splash Special, iced tea enthusiasts are guaranteed to call this tea delicious.
Ingredients
- 8 cups cold water
- 1 cup dried hibiscus leaves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup sugar
- Lemon zest or lime wedges (optional)
- Ice
Instructions
- Bring water, hibiscus flowers, and cinnamon sticks to a boil in a large saucepan.
- Remove from heat and stir in sugar until dissolved.
- Cover and allow to steep for 20 minutes.
- Strain.
- Add lemon zest or lime wedge to taste.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve, and pour over ice.