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Sparkling Summerberry Hibiscus Iced Tea (Refined Sugar-Free!)

This vibrant herbal iced tea blends tart hibiscus with juicy summer berries, fresh lime and mint, and a splash of sparkling water for a refreshing, naturally sweet drink. It’s caffeine-free, antioxidant-rich, and perfect for warm days — beautiful enough for gatherings, simple enough for everyday sipping.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Steep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 4 cups
Calories 60 kcal

Equipment

  • Martini shaker or a large cup with a sealable lid
  • Muddler or fork

Ingredients
  

  • 2 hibiscus tea bags or 1 tbsp loose hibiscus petals
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 1 cup mixed berries fresh or frozen blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc.
  • 2 lime wedges
  • 10-12 mint leaves
  • 2-3 tbsp agave nectar or honey monk fruit can be substituted
  • ice
  • 2 cups sparkling water or filtered water

Instructions
 

  • Steep hibiscus tea bags in boiling water for 10 minutes.
  • While tea is steeping, add berries to a martini shaker (or large cup with a sealable lid) with half the agave nectar, lime wedges, and fresh mint. Use a muddler or a fork to crush the ingredients together to release their flavour and aromatic compounds.
  • Add a few ice cubes to the martini shaker along with 1 cup of hibiscus tea and shake vigorously for 10 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into two glasses with ice cubes. Top up the glasses with sparkling water.
  • Add more ice, the rest of the agave, and the remaining hibiscus tea to the martini shaker and shake vigorously for another 10 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into two new glasses with ice cubes. Top up the glasses with sparkling water.
  • Garnish the glasses with fresh strawberries and mint.
  • Enjoy cold!

Notes

  • Sweetner Options: This iced tea is easily customizable for diabetics.  Simply replace the agave nectar with monk fruit sweetener or stevia.
  • Make Ahead: Make the iced tea without the sparkling water the day before and store it in the fridge.  Add sparkling water just before serving.
  • Storage: The hibiscus-berry base will keep for 3-4 days in the fridge.  Add sparkling water only when serving to preserve the bubbles.
  • Caution: those who are pregnant should avoid hibiscus tea as it may stimulate uterine contractions.  Those on blood pressure meds or who suffer from low blood pressure should consult with a healthcare provider before consuming hibiscus tea.
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