Pear Hibiscus Hello

Hibiscus has a vivid tartness that makes pear seem especially soft beside it. The fruit contributes a gentle sweetness rather than the strong flavor of a juice. Thin slices and a short rest in the tea help that subtlety come through. Don’t overbrew in the hope of finding more pear; you’ll mostly get stronger hibiscus. It’s an appealing contrast when the tea leaves space for the fruit.

Ingredients

• 1 tea bag Hibiscus tea
• 6 oz Hot water
• 1/4 cup Pear slices

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

Hibiscus · caffeine-free with pear

Choose pure hibiscus for this pear cup: its ruby color and tart brewed flavor comes without the caffeine found in black tea.

Pear · a flavor worth noticing

Using pear beside hibiscus gives the glass a mellow orchard sweetness, creating its own flavor without needing carbonation or an alcoholic pour.