Stars at the Holidays 2012

Hibiscus Tea with Vodka & Citrus

Tea isn't only for summer. Fake the heat with this hibiscus tea and citrus blend. Whether spiked with vodka or alcohol-free, it's a great twist to the traditional hot chocolates and coffees of the cold wintry evenings. But by all means, serve it warm if you're in the mood for hot tea.

Ingredients:
•6 cups water
•3 cups dried hibiscus flowers ($12/lb; earthy.com)
•2 ½ cups sugar
•3 tablespoon lemon juice
•2 tablespoon lime juice
•1 ½ cups vodka, chilled
•2 cups ice
•Fresh slices of lemon for garnish

Directions:
In a medium saucepan, combine water, hibiscus flowers, and sugar over medium-high heat. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved. Allow mixture to cool for 25 minutes. Add lemon juice, lime juice and vodka. Pace ice in a tall pitcher. Strain tea into pitcher and discard flowers. Refrigerate until ready to use. Serve with a thin slice of lemon.

Serves 6

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