Description
Peach Hibiscus Sunset Tea is a refreshing and vibrant summer beverage made by steeping dried hibiscus flowers and combining the floral tea with fresh, ripe peaches. Naturally tart and subtly sweetened with honey or sugar, this chilled tea is perfect for hot days and offers a delightful balance of fruity and floral flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 2 cups purified water
Fruit
- 1 large fresh peach (peeled and cut 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 over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to extract flavors.
- Steep the tea: After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat, cover it, and allow the hibiscus flowers to steep for 10–15 minutes. This step intensifies the tea’s color and flavor.
- Prepare the peach: While the tea steeps, wash and peel the large peach. Cut it into bite-sized cubes, ready to infuse the tea with fresh fruit flavor.
- Strain the tea: Using a fine mesh sieve, strain the hibiscus tea into a pitcher to remove the flowers, resulting in a clear, deep red tea.
- Add peaches: Stir the chopped peaches gently into the strained hibiscus tea, allowing the fruit to mingle with the floral infusion.
- Sweeten the tea: While the tea is still warm, add honey or sugar to taste, stirring until fully dissolved to balance the tartness of the hibiscus.
- Chill for serving: If you prefer your tea cold, allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice for a refreshing summer drink.
Notes
- For a twist, substitute peach with fresh mango or nectarine.
- Adjust the sweetness based on personal preference, starting with 1-2 teaspoons of honey or sugar.
- Use purified or filtered water for the best clean tea taste.
- This tea can be served warm or cold depending on the season or preference.
- Store leftover tea in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
