Hibiscus Hello

Hibiscus is already tart, so orange doesn’t just add more citrus—it brings a rounder sweetness to the tea. The color is part of the pleasure, but the flavor is more important: bright, fruity, and a little puckering. Brew the hibiscus before adding the orange so you can judge its strength. For a cold version, cool the tea first instead of asking a glass of ice to do everything.

Ingredients

• 1 tea bag Hibiscus tea
• 6 oz Hot water
• 2 oz Orange juice

Make it

1. Steep the tea in hot water for the time on its packet, then remove the bag.
2. Let the tea cool. Press or mash any soft fruit and stir in the remaining ingredients.
3. Pour over ice. Strain if you prefer a smoother drink.

Benefits

Orange · a little vitamin C

With orange beside hibiscus, this glass offers a little vitamin C for protecting cells from oxidative damage.

Let hibiscus bring the interest

The orange carries a ruby color and tart brewed flavor from hibiscus; use the listed amounts to enjoy the balance between those flavors, then adjust to your taste.