Midnight Berry Tea

Purple and Tart The tea you make when you want something that looks dramatic and tastes like berries without any caffeine. Hibiscus flowers turn the water deep purple—almost magenta. They're tart like cranberry juice, sharp on your tongue. Rooibos smooths it out with earthy, slightly sweet notes. Then there are actual berries: currants, elderberries, cranberries. Rosehips add more tang. The whole thing brews into something that looks like it should be wine but tastes like fruit tea. People make this iced in summer because it's that vibrant purple color in a clear glass with ice. They make it hot in winter because it's caffeine-free and you can drink it at 9pm without consequences. The jar is one of the ones people ask about when they see it on the counter. Twenty cups per jar. Goes fast when you start making it for other people. Three Ways to Make It Hot and Simple: Heat water to 206°F (just under boiling). Add 1 teaspoon loose tea per 8oz water. Steep 5-7 minutes. The longer you ste