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Hibiscus Lemongrass Basil Honey Sweet Iced Tea in a glass with fresh ingredients

Hibiscus, Lemongrass, and Basil Honey Sweet Iced Tea

A refreshing iced tea that combines hibiscus, lemongrass, and basil for a revitalizing drink with health benefits.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, thinly sliced, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup honey (or more to taste; can substitute coconut sugar or maple syrup for a vegan version)
  • 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers
  • 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice, plus lime slices for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring the water to a boil in a medium-sized pot.
  2. Remove from heat and add the lemongrass, honey, hibiscus flowers, and basil leaves.
  3. Cover and let steep for 20 minutes.
  4. Strain into a pitcher and discard the used lemongrass, hibiscus flowers, and basil.
  5. Stir in the lime juice and taste. If needed, add more honey.
  6. Chill until cold.
Serving
  1. Serve over ice with a fresh lemongrass stalk, basil, and lime.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Stir well before serving as ingredients may settle.