Description
Peach Hibiscus Sunset Tea is a refreshing and vibrant summer beverage, combining the tangy floral notes of dried hibiscus flowers with the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh peaches. This easy-to-make tea is lightly sweetened with honey or sugar, served warm or chilled for a perfect thirst quencher on hot days.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (whole or loosely packed)
- 2 cups purified water
Fruit
- 1 large fresh ripe peach (peeled and chopped into bite-sized cubes; mango or nectarine can be substituted)
Sweetener
- Honey or sugar, to taste
Instructions
- Simmer Hibiscus Flowers: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of purified water and 1 cup of dried hibiscus flowers. Heat over medium heat until it reaches a gentle simmer, and allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes to release the hibiscus flavor.
- Steep Tea: Remove the saucepan from heat, cover it, and let the hibiscus flowers steep for 10 to 15 minutes. This process intensifies the tea’s vibrant flavor and deep magenta color.
- Prepare Peach: Wash and peel the peach carefully, then chop it into bite-sized cubes to add a fresh fruity element to the tea.
- Strain Tea: Using a fine mesh sieve, strain the hibiscus infusion into a pitcher to remove the flower petals, leaving a smooth, flavorful liquid.
- Add Peaches: Gently stir the chopped peaches into the strained hibiscus tea, allowing their sweetness to blend with the floral notes.
- Sweeten Tea: While the tea is still warm, mix in honey or sugar to taste, customizing the sweetness according to your preference.
- Chill or Serve Warm: For a cold beverage, allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled. Alternatively, enjoy the tea warm as a soothing drink.
Notes
- If you prefer a fruitier twist, mango or nectarine can replace the peach.
- Adjust sweetness carefully; start with a small amount of honey or sugar and increase as desired.
- You can serve this tea warm in colder weather or chilled during summer for maximum refreshment.
- Use purified water to ensure a clean and crisp tea flavor.
- Store any leftover tea in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for best taste.
