Hibiscus Roselle Green Tea

An infusion of Roselle (Hibiscus Sabdariffa) calyces and Green Tea is excellent to get rid of any digestive woes. Hibiscus green tea can be drunk both hot and as a summer iced tea and is great to incorporate into your lifestyle all year round.

Both green tea and hibiscus are rich in antioxidants. Hibiscus is rich in vitamin C and minerals and makes a wonderful herbal remedy to fight off colds and infections by strengthening the immune system. Hibiscus tea is naturally calorie and caffeine-free. It may also be an effective treatment for high blood pressure and reducing high cholesterol levels.

• Take 2 gm/1.5 tsp of  hibiscus roselle green tea
• Boil 180 ml of water to 80 - 85 degrees centigrade
• Pour the boiling water over the tea.
• Steep it for 3-4 minutes for a deep magenta brew
• Drink plain without milk
• Best to sweeten with honey as it has a tart taste
• Can also be consumed cold, just add ice once the brew is cool