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Ingredients
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Hibiscus Tea Base
Method
Hibiscus Tea Base
Steep hibiscus
Add 1 cup of dried hibiscus flowers to the saucepan, remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 10–12 minutes. Taste after 10 minutes and steep up to 15 minutes if you prefer a more intense tart flavor. Steeping longer increases tartness and color.
Strain and sweeten
Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof pitcher or bowl to remove hibiscus petals, cloves and the cinnamon stick. While the tea is still warm (but not boiling), stir in 3 tablespoons agave nectar until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired (add up to 1 tablespoon more agave).
Finish and chill (optional)
If serving warm, optionally stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, ladle into cups and garnish with a mint sprig. If serving iced, allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold (about 45–60 minutes) or pour over a pitcher filled with 3 cups ice to chill quickly. Add lemon juice after cooling to preserve brightness.
Serve
Serve iced tea over glasses filled with ice and garnish each with a mint sprig. For hot servings, pour into warmed cups and garnish. Store any leftover tea refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 4–5 days.