Tangy Hibiscus Blend (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Base Ingredients
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2 cups water
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2 hibiscus tea bags or 2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
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½ cup strawberries
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice
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2-3 tablespoons maple syrup, add more or less to your liking
→ Optional Garnishes
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Strawberry slices
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Lemon wedges
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Mint sprigs
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil water in your kettle. Take it off the heat and drop in the hibiscus tea bags or dried flowers. Let them soak for 5-7 minutes. Take out the bags or strain the flowers. Set aside to cool down.
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Clean and cut your strawberries. Toss them in a blender with ¼ cup of the cooled hibiscus tea. Whizz until smooth. You can strain it through a fine mesh or bag if you want it silkier.
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Pour the rest of your cooled tea into a big pitcher. Add the strawberry mix, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Give it a good stir. Taste and tweak by adding more syrup or lemon juice.
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Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour your drink over them. Top with lemon bits, fresh strawberry pieces, and mint if you want. Time to drink up!
# Additional Tips:
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You can make the hibiscus tea up to three days ahead and keep it in the fridge to cut down on prep time.