Hibiscus Jun Tea
This refreshing and tangy hibiscus jun tea is a delightful blend of floral and fruity flavors. It's made with a combination of dried hibiscus flowers, green tea leaves, and raw honey, and fermented with a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast). The result is a slightly effervescent, slightly sweet tea that's perfect for sipping on a hot summer day.
Jun tea is a type of fermented tea that has been around for centuries. It is believed to have originated in China, and it was traditionally made with green tea, honey, and a SCOBY. Jun tea is similar to kombucha, but it is made with green tea instead of black tea, and it has a slightly different flavor profile. Hibiscus flowers are a beautiful and flavorful addition to jun tea. They add a floral aroma and a tart flavor that perfectly complements the green tea and honey. Making hibiscus jun tea is a simple process, and it only takes a few days. Once the tea is fermented, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1 cup green tea leaves
  • 1 cup raw honey
  • 1 gallon filtered water
  • 1 SCOBY from a previous batch of jun or kombucha
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine the hibiscus flowers and green tea leaves with 4 cups of water.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the tea is dark red in color.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the honey until dissolved.
  4. Pour the tea into a clean glass jar and add the SCOBY.
  5. Top up the jar with the remaining water, leaving about 1 inch of headspace.
  6. Cover the jar with a cheesecloth and secure with a rubber band.
  7. Let the tea ferment at room temperature for 7-10 days, or until it reaches your desired level of tartness.
  8. Once fermented, strain the tea into a clean glass jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Why It Works
  • The combination of hibiscus flowers, green tea, and honey creates a unique and flavorful tea.
  • The fermentation process gives the tea a slight effervescence and a tart flavor.
  • The SCOBY helps to break down the sugars in the tea, making it a healthier and more digestible beverage.