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Ibiškovo-mátový ľadový čaj
21. June 2012
Inspiration for summer hot days. Hibiscus tea is very refreshing, acidic and together with mint makes a very pleasant taste.
Hibiscus tea reduces blood pressure, cholesterol, contains many vitamins (mainly vitamin C) and minerals, has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and disinfecting effects, scientists have also found polyphenols that are capable of attacking cancerous cells in the brain and skin neutralize them.
It also reduces colic and menstrual pain. The chiller reduces the fever. It contributes to fat burning. It is suitable for children, pregnant and nursing women.
You can also prepare hibiscus syrup to help make the preparation of iced tea easier and quicker.
Postup
Ice tea:
Place the hibiscus in a pot of boiling water and boil for a short time. Stop and add mint. After 10 minutes, strain. Now it is necessary to leave the tea cool and cool.
Cool tea to taste with honey, serve with ice or ice shakes.
Syrup:
Add the hibiscus to the boiling water, put it in a standstill and let it boil and pour. After 1 hour add sugar, one tablespoon of citric acid and leave for 5 hours to leaven. Finish the syrup and store it in glass bottles, I use those with a spring stopper. The syrup has a very deep red color.