Description
Peach Hibiscus Sunset Tea is a vibrant and refreshing summer beverage that combines the tart floral notes of hibiscus with the sweet juiciness of ripe peaches. Lightly sweetened with honey or sugar, this iced tea is perfect for cooling off on warm days or serving at casual gatherings. Simple to make and naturally caffeine-free, it offers a burst of flavor and a beautiful sunset hue in every glass.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (whole or loosely packed)
- 2 cups purified water
Fruit
- 1 large ripe peach (washed, peeled, and chopped into bite-sized cubes)
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. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and maintain it for about 5 minutes to extract the deep floral flavors.
- Steep the Tea: Remove the saucepan from heat, cover it with a lid, and let the hibiscus tea steep for 10 to 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to fully develop and the tea to deepen in color.
- Prepare the Peach: While the tea steeps, wash and peel one large ripe peach. Chop it into bite-sized cubes to release its sweetness and texture into the tea.
- Strain the Tea: After steeping, strain the hibiscus tea through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove the flower petals, resulting in a clear, ruby-red liquid.
- Add Peaches: Gently stir the chopped peaches into the strained hibiscus tea. The fruit will infuse subtle sweetness and add texture.
- Sweeten the Tea: While the tea is still warm, stir in honey or sugar, adjusting the amount to your preferred sweetness level.
- Cool and Serve: For a refreshing cold drink, allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled. Serve over ice if desired for an extra cool experience.
Notes
- Substitute fresh peach with mango or nectarine for a twist on flavor.
- Adjust steeping time to control the tartness and strength of the hibiscus flavor.
- Use purified or filtered water for a cleaner taste.
- Honey can be replaced with agave syrup or another sweetener depending on dietary preferences.
- This tea can be served warm, but it’s most refreshing when chilled.
