Brewing Hibiscus tea

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I'm about to start a batch of Kombucha using 100% Hibiscus flowers as the tea. Just received a 1 pound bag of organic Hibiscus flowers. Can anyone give me some recomendations on amounts to use in a gallon of water and possibly some brewing methods for this type of tea? I know what to do for the Kombucha but I've never brewed Hibiscus flower for tea before and want to do it as nicely as possible before adding to the Kombucha first ferment.

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Best Answer

I use 1 rounded teaspoon for 12 to 16 ounces (depends on the mug I'm using), so about 8 teaspoons (or about 2 1/2 tbsp) for a gallon of water. Hot water, just under boiling, is best. Ideally, the water is heated and poured onto the tea at just under boiling. Because I don't think you want to boil a gallon of water, I'd use the amount of hibiscus for a gallon of tea, but only use about a quart of hot water to start, let the tea steep in that (at least 5 minutes, longer will give a stronger flavor) then add the remaining 3 quarts of water.



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  • Boil water. If using an electric kettle with temperature setting, set it to 208°F. ...
  • Warm up teapot. Pour some hot water into a teapot and swirl it around. ...
  • Put hibiscus tea into the teapot and add hot water. Cover teapot and steep for 5 minutes.
  • Strain hibiscus flowers and pour hot tea into a teacup.


    • How long do you brew hibiscus tea?

    But using about 1 to 2 teaspoons of loose hibiscus flowers or hibiscus herbal tea blend per 8 oz. cup of water is a safe bet. Place the loose flowers or tea blend in an infuser and set the infuser in a teacup. Pour just boiled water over the flowers and steep for 3 to 4 minutes.

    Does hibiscus tea need to be boiled?

    Hibiscus tea is made from dried hibiscus petals and has been consumed for thousands of years. It is easy to make, and you can serve this tea hot or cold. You steep the flowers in boiling hot water for a few minutes to make tea (and chill it to make iced tea), this method allows you to enjoy the full flavor of hibiscus.

    Can I make my own hibiscus tea?

    Warm Hibiscus TeaBoil the water either on the stovetop or in a kettle. Once boiled, place the hibiscus petals in a teapot or pitcher and cover with the water. Allow it to steep for 4-5 minutes, then strain, sweeten, and enjoy.

    What are the side effects of drinking hibiscus tea?

    Hibiscus sabdariffa tea has been used safely in amounts of up to 720 mL daily for up to 6 weeks. Side effects are uncommon but might include stomach upset, gas, and constipation.


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