Name: Rooibos Hibiscus Tea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Ingredients: 1 tsp rooibos loose leaf; ½ tsp hibiscus loose leaf; 1 ½ cups water; ¼ tsp ground ginger; ⅛ tsp cinnamon; ¼ tsp vanilla extract; Honey or maple syrup (as desired)

I love a cozy hot beverage, and combined with some natural wellness, I’m absolutely in. This rooibos hibiscus tea comes packed with wellness goodies like antioxidants, perfect for cold-weather seasons or anytime you want a hot sip.

The first time I had rooibos was when I was traveling in Cape Town, South Africa. It comes from the rooibos bush, native to the country, and every time I smell it, I’m thrown back to loads of happy memories.

Its natural health benefits, alongside the hibiscus leaves, make this tea even tastier in my opinion. Though, to be very clear, I am not a medical professional, so all insights into the health benefits, from antioxidants to heart health, I’ve learned from other sources.

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rooibos and hibiscus antioxidant tea recipe

ROOIBOS HIBISCUS TEA

Packing lots of nature’s goodies into one single-serve tea recipe. Made with uniquely sweet South African rooibos and tart, dried hibiscus leaves.

This cozy beverage is spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and a splash of vanilla, then strained into your favorite mug. The perfect hot sip, packed with antioxidants and completely caffeine-free.

Is bag/sachet tea okay for this recipe? Yes! I prefer loose-leaf, but you can easily swap in 1 rooibos tea bag and approximately ½ of a hibiscus tea bag.

INGREDIENTS

Rooibos loose leaf: forms the naturally caffeine-free base of the tea while providing a smooth, earthy flavor and antioxidants
Hibiscus loose leaf: adds a vibrant ruby color, light tartness, and additional antioxidant support
Water: extracts the flavors and beneficial compounds from the tea leaves and spices
Ground ginger: brings warming spice and supports digestion
Cinnamon: adds subtle sweetness and depth while enhancing the tea’s cozy flavor profile
Vanilla extract: softens the spices and rounds out the herbal elements
Honey or maple syrup: balances the tartness and spice with natural sweetness

Can I add milk to this tea? I wouldn’t recommend it. Hibiscus is highly acidic, and your milk will likely curdle and separate as soon as you pour it in.

HOW TO MAKE ROOIBOS HIBISCUS TEA

Add all of the ingredients except the honey or maple syrup to a small pot and place it over high heat, stirring occasionally. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pot with a lid, and let the rooibos hibiscus tea steep for 5 minutes. Set a fine strainer over your mug and carefully strain the caffeine-free herbal tea into it.

Stir in honey or maple syrup to taste, and enjoy!

3 reasons you’ll love this antioxidant-rich tea

Together in less than 10 minutes, for a quick and cozy beverage
Both the rooibos and the hibiscus are loaded with wellness-packed benefits
Naturally caffeine-free, perfect to drink any time of day

TIPS & VARIATIONS

Do not add milk to this tea. Hibiscus is naturally very acidic, so your milk will likely curdle as soon as you pour it into your mug.
If you don’t have loose-leaf tea, you can swap in one rooibos tea bag and half of a hibiscus bag. I’d still recommend cutting open the bags and pouring the contents directly into the pot, versus steeping in the bags.
Adding the spices to the pot to boil helps deepen the flavor. This does mean you strain most of them out after the tea has steeped. I like this, so the tea isn’t gritty, but you’re welcome to add a dash more of ginger or cinnamon directly to your mug after you’ve strained out your tea.
If you have fresh ginger, you can swap in just under 1 tsp of freshly grated for the ground ginger.
Since this tea does have a little tang from the hibiscus, adding a little natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup is a great way to balance some of that flavor.
In addition to enjoying hot, easily serve this tea cold, over ice, or store (once cooled) in an ice cube tray for a flavorful boost to any future iced drinks!

MAKING AHEAD & STORING

If you want to make a larger batch of rooibos hibiscus tea or prepare some in advance, just follow the instructions below and strain into a heat-safe jar. Allow to cool completely with the lid off before storing.

Store your prepped tea, covered, in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat when ready to drink (or serve cold!).

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EQUIPMENT YOU’LL NEED

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Total Time 13

Servings 1 large mug

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

The perfect drink for cold winter days or when you just want a wellness-packed sip. This rooibos hibiscus tea is rich in antioxidants and naturally caffeine-free. Spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and vanilla for a cozy single-serve tea at home.

Equipment

Small pot
Measuring Spoons
Fine Mesh Strainer
Large Mug
Spoon

Ingredients

1 tsp rooibos loose leaf
½ tsp hibiscus loose leaf
1 ½ cups water
¼ tsp ground ginger
⅛ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp vanilla extract
Honey or maple syrup as desired

Instructions

In a small pot, add all of your ingredients except the honey/maple syrup. Place over high heat, stirring occasionally, until boiling
Once boiling, turn off the heat and cover the pot with a lid. Steep your tea for 5 minutes
Place a fine strainer over your mug, and strain your pink tea into it
Stir in any honey or maple syrup as desired and enjoy!