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Sorrel ( Hibiscus ) Tea
2 quarts / servings

[ INGREDIENTS ]

Water
Dried Hibiscus ( Sorrel ) Flowers
Fresh Ginger Slices
Cinnamon Stick
Whole Cloves
Orange Zest
Lemon Zest
Lemon Juice
Demerara Sugar or Honey
Ice
Mint Leaves

[ INSTRUCTIONS ]

1. In a large saucepan, add :
   
   2 Quarts Water;
   2 Cups Hibiscus ( Sorrel ) Flowers, Dried;
   1/3 Cup Peeled Fresh Ginger Slices;
   2 - 3 Inch Cinnamon Stick;
   6 Whole Cloves;
   1/4 Cup Grated Orange Zest;
   Grated Lemon Zest;
   Juice of 1 Lemon;
   and bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Boil for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from the heat.
4. Add :
   
   Juice of 1 Lemon;
   cover tightly, and let stand for 1 to 2 days at room temperature.
5. Strain and discard the solids.
6. Sweeten to taste with :
   
   Demerara Sugar or Honey.
7. Chill thoroughly.
8. Serve over :
   
   Ice;
   Garnish with Mint;.

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