Hibiscus Lemongrass Basil Honey Iced Tea
Brew a refreshing hibiscus tea with bright lemongrass, fragrant basil, sweet honey, and a splash of lime for a delightful iced beverage.
Ingredients
- 5 cups water
- 1 lemongrass stalk, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 3/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Bring 5 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot.
- Add the sliced lemongrass stalk, honey, dried hibiscus flowers, and fresh basil leaves to the hot water.
- Cover the pot and let the mixture steep for 20 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Strain the liquid into a pitcher, discarding the used solids.
- Stir in the fresh squeezed lime juice and taste for sweetness, adding more honey if desired.
- Chill the tea until cold and serve over ice with fresh garnishes.
Notes
- For a deeper floral flavor, steep the hibiscus flowers for an extra 5-10 minutes.
- Adjust honey to your preferred sweetness level; start with less and add more.
- For a vegan version, substitute maple syrup or agave nectar for honey.
- Ensure all serving garnishes (lemongrass, basil, lime) are fresh for maximum aroma and flavor. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Adjust honey to your preferred sweetness level; start with less and add more.
- For a vegan version, substitute maple syrup or agave nectar for honey.
- Ensure all serving garnishes (lemongrass, basil, lime) are fresh for maximum aroma and flavor. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.