Beverages made with hibiscus and spices are popular in West Africa and the Caribbean. This sparkling iced tea is inspired by the Jamaican sorrel drink. Hibiscus is a flower that is crimson in color, and rich in antioxidants like beta carotene, vitamin C, and anthocyanins.
Ingredients
Water
- 2 cups
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- 4 tea bags
Ice
- 1 cup (optional)
Seltzer
- 2 cups
Citrus
- 1 lime or orange
Sweetener
- 1 Tablespoon sugar, agave, or sugar substitute* (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Bring water to a boil, and pour over the tea bags. Allow to cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate to chill.
Step 2
Once cooled, remove tea bags, gently squeezing all the liquid out of them. Fill a pitcher with 1 cup of ice, and pour chilled tea and seltzer water over the ice. Add the juice of 1 lime or an orange, sweeten as desired, mix well and serve.
Notes
Sugar substitutes are a good alternative to regular sugar if you are working to manage your blood sugar or want to reduce calories or carbohydrates. We like using monk fruit sweetener, erythritol, or stevia.
Nutrition Information
Dietary Restrictions
Vegan
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