Organic Hibiscus Flower (Crushed) Sample Sachet

Organic hibiscus flower from Egypt, crushed rather than left whole. Crushing matters: it brews faster and gives up far more of its colour, so you get a deep crimson cup in a couple of minutes rather than a pale one in five. Sharp, tart and naturally caffeine free.

Most people meet hibiscus as one ingredient inside a fruit blend and have never had it on its own. Four serves is the cheapest way to find out whether you want it neat, and whether you want it hot or over ice, because the answer is often not the one people expect.

One teaspoon in freshly boiled water for two to three minutes. If you are going to ice it, brew it at double strength and pour it straight over a full glass of ice so it does not go watery as it chills.

$3.50 here and $14.00 for the 100g pouch. Organic Hibiscus in full size, and it leads our iced tea picks for good reason.