Mrs. Mango's Hibiscus Flower Tea
"An homage to the tea served at Mrs. Mangos, a little antiques/herbs shop in Rockledge Florida. Serve tea hot or iced, along with windmill cookies (she. Anneke Langendonk, did)."
Original is 2 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (389.3 g)
- Calories 378.4
- Total Fat - 8 g
- Saturated Fat - 2.3 g
- Cholesterol - 245.5 mg
- Sodium - 108.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 55.7 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.2 g
- Sugars - 0.2 g
- Protein - 21.5 g
- Calcium - 188 mg
- Iron - 4.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 1.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0.6 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Place all ingredients (except honey) into water and steep 5-8 minutes then strain.
Step 2
Serve hot or iced, with honey (if desired).
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting hibiscus flowers, look for those that are deep red in color.
- Rose hips should be plump and firm, and not dried out or shrivelled.
- Replace the hibiscus flowers with 2 cups of cranberry juice for a sweeter taste. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds a subtle sweetness to the tea that hibiscus flowers do not provide.
- Replace the lemongrass or lemon balm leaves with 1 teaspoon of ginger for a spicier flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds a unique flavor to the tea while still maintaining the citrusy notes.
Lemongrass Mint Tea Replace the hibiscus flowers and rose hips with 2 teaspoons of lemongrass and 4 to 5 fresh mint leaves. Steep for 5-8 minutes then strain. Serve hot or iced, with honey (if desired).
Ginger Lime Tea Replace the hibiscus flowers and rose hips with 2 teaspoons of freshly grated ginger and the juice of 1 lime. Steep for 5-8 minutes then strain. Serve hot or iced, with honey (if desired).
Apple Cinnamon Scones - These scones are a perfect accompaniment to Mrs. Mango's Hibiscus Flower Tea. The subtle sweetness of the apple and cinnamon complements the tartness of the tea, and the scones provide a delicious snack to enjoy with your beverage.
Honeyed Almond Shortbread: These buttery, crumbly shortbread cookies are a perfect pairing with Mrs. Mango's Hibiscus Flower Tea. The sweetness of the honey and the crunch of the almonds provide a delightful contrast to the tartness of the tea. Enjoy with a cup of tea for a delicious snack!
FAQ
Q: How long do I need to steep the tea?
A: Steep the tea for 5-8 minutes for the best flavor.
Q: What type of tea should I use?
A: Use a high quality loose-leaf tea for the best flavor. Herbal teas can also be used.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Hibiscus tea is popular in many cultures and has been used for centuries. It is known to have been consumed by the Ancient Egyptians and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for over 2000 years.
Fun Fact 2: Mrs. Mango's Hibiscus Flower Tea has been featured in the New York Times, where it was described as a "light and refreshing" tea with a "pleasantly tart flavor".