RESPLENDENT RED TEA

1 quart water at room temperature

1 cup dried red hibiscus flowers

Maple syrup, optional (honey would be fine also)

1/4 cup rose water or orange flower water, optional

Pour the water over the dried red hibiscus flowers.

Steep at room temperature for a couple of hours or until the tea is a rich,deep red. This is a cold infusion. The tea will have a refreshing tangy citrus flavor. Sweeten with maple syrup to taste. Stir well. Add about 1/3 cup of rose water or orange flower water to magickally enhance the flavor.