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Hibiscus tea
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 0 kcal —
- Protein 0 g 0%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 0 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 4 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0 mg 0%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0 mg 0%
- Niacin (B3) 0.04 mg 0%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin B6 0 mg 0%
- Folate (B9) 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 0.4 mg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 8 mg 1%
- Iron 0.08 mg 0%
- Magnesium 3 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 1 mg 0%
- Potassium 20 mg 0%
- Zinc 0.04 mg 0%
- Copper 0 mg 0%
- Manganese 0.48 mg 21%
- Selenium 0 µg 0%
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Questions about Hibiscus tea
How do you make hibiscus tea from dried flowers?
Pour 250 ml freshly boiled water over about 1 tablespoon of dried hibiscus, steep for 5–10 minutes, then strain. A longer steep makes the brew more tart and deeply coloured.
Can you make hibiscus tea as a cold brew?
Yes. Add about 2 tablespoons of dried hibiscus to 500 ml cold water, cover and refrigerate for 8–12 hours, then strain; serve over ice.
How can you make hibiscus tea less tart?
Steep it for less time, then sweeten while it is warm so sugar dissolves easily. Honey, sugar or a splash of orange juice all soften its sharp, cranberry-like flavour.
Is hibiscus tea caffeine-free?
Pure hibiscus tea contains no caffeine because it is an infusion of hibiscus calyces, not tea leaves. Check what is in a blend: it may include caffeinated black or green tea.
What is hibiscus tea called in well-known drinks?
In Mexico, agua de Jamaica is a familiar chilled hibiscus drink, often sweetened and served over ice. Hibiscus is also brewed as karkade in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
How should you store dried hibiscus for tea?
Keep it in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, dark cupboard. Moisture and sunlight can dull its colour and flavour; discard it if it smells musty or shows mould.
Can you use hibiscus tea instead of cranberry juice?
A strong, cooled hibiscus infusion can stand in for cranberry juice in drinks and sauces when you want a similarly tart, red ingredient. It is less fruity, so add a little orange juice or sweetener if needed.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 7057 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
