Zobo (Hibiscus tea) and your blood pressure

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried Hibiscus Flowers (also called Zobo leaves, rinsed)
• 8 cups Water (filtered)
• 1 cup Fresh Pineapple (peeled and diced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (adjust to taste; can substitute with honey or agave)
• 4 whole Cloves (optional, for warm spice note)
• 1 piece Cinnamon Stick (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)

Instructions

1. Rinse Hibiscus

   Place the dried hibiscus flowers in a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water to remove dust.

   Time: PT2M

2. Boil Water

   In a large pot, bring 8 cups of filtered water to a rolling boil.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 100°C

3. Add Hibiscus and Simmer

   Add the rinsed hibiscus to the boiling water, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 90°C

4. Add Flavorings

   Stir in the diced pineapple, sliced ginger, cloves, cinnamon stick, and sugar. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the pineapple softens and the sugar dissolves.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 90°C

5. Finish and Cool

   Remove the pot from heat, add the lime juice, and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to blend flavors.

   Time: PT5M

6. Strain and Chill

   Pour the hot mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing the solids to extract all liquid. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

   Time: PT35M

7. Serve

   Serve the chilled Zobo over ice, garnished with a pineapple wedge or a sprig of mint if desired.

   Time: PT0M

   Temperature: 4°C

Nutrition Facts

Calories

80

Protein

0 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

0 g