This Rose Hibiscus Iced Tea is a beautifully aromatic and refreshing drink, combining the tartness of hibiscus tea with the delicate sweetness of rose syrup. Served over ice and garnished with a rose petal and lemon wheel, it’s the perfect beverage for a warm day, offering a delightful blend of flavors that’s both elegant and refreshing.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 hibiscus tea bags or 4 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
- 1/4 cup rose syrup store-bought or homemade
- Ice cubes
- Fresh rose petals organic and edible for garnish
- Lemon wheels for garnish
- Homemade Rose Syrup optional:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup dried edible rose petals or 1 teaspoon rose water
Instructions
- Make the Hibiscus Tea: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
- Remove from heat and add the hibiscus tea bags or dried hibiscus flowers.
- Let steep for 10 minutes, then strain out the hibiscus flowers or remove the tea bags.
- Allow the hibiscus tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
- Make the Rose Syrup (if making at home): In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and add the dried edible rose petals. Let steep for about 10-15 minutes. If using rose water, add it after removing the syrup from heat.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove the rose petals. Let it cool and store in the refrigerator.
- Assemble the Iced Tea: In a large pitcher, combine the chilled hibiscus tea and 1/4 cup of rose syrup. Stir well to mix.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more rose syrup if desired.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the rose hibiscus tea over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a fresh rose petal and a lemon wheel.
Notes
Enjoy this delightful and refreshing Rose Hibiscus Iced Tea, perfect for any occasion!
So refreshing! We love it especially now in BBQ season.
Thanks guys, much appreciated.