Jamaican Hibiscus Iced Tea

Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Jamaican Hibiscus Iced Tea, a tropical herbal drink bursting with zesty citrus and warm spice. This stunning ruby-red tea combines dried hibiscus flowers with aromatic ingredients like fresh ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and orange zest, creating a beautifully balanced blend of tart and spicy notes. Sweetened with honey or sugar and brightened with a splash of freshly squeezed lime juice, this iced tea is the perfect chilled beverage for warm days. Garnished with fresh mint leaves and served over plenty of ice, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve this easy-to-make, caffeine-free Jamaican classic at your next gathering or enjoy it as a refreshing afternoon treat. Perfect for those who love natural, flavorful drinks!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried hibiscus flowers
• 8 cups Water
• 1 inch Fresh ginger (sliced)
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 4 pieces Cloves
• 1 piece Orange (zested)
• 0.5 cup Honey (or sugar, optional)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 6 leaves Mint leaves (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, add 8 cups of water, dried hibiscus flowers, sliced ginger, cinnamon stick, cloves, and orange zest.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to extract the flavors.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat. Cover and let the mixture steep for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 4

Strain the tea into a large heat-safe pitcher to remove the dried ingredients.

Step 5

While the tea is still warm, stir in the honey or sugar (if using) until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Step 6

Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then add lime juice and stir well.

Step 7

Refrigerate the tea for at least 2 hours or until chilled.

Step 8

To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled hibiscus tea over the ice.

Step 9

Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and a lime wedge if desired.

Step 10

Enjoy this vibrant and cooling Jamaican Hibiscus Iced Tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2918.3 grams (2918.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	577

Total Fat 2.90g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 95mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 150.00g	55%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 123.70g
Protein 3.50g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 791mg	61%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 419mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.1%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 93.7%