Hibiscus, coconut, and ginger combine for a uniquely creamy, lightly fruity, and floral herbal tea latte you can make in five minutes at home!
I am not a coffee drinker but I love to start the day with a good cozy sip so tea lattes are the move most mornings. Today, I'm sharing a homemade hibiscus latte recipe that is simple, delicious, and, in the words of anybody who's listened to Queen Bey's most recent album, UNIQUE! Let's get into the details.
If you like homemade lattes without coffee, try these recipes, too!
Where Does Hibiscus Tea Come From?
Hibiscus, also known as zobo, is an important part of many diaspora foodways because it originated in parts of Africa and Asia, including my father's homeland of what is now Nigeria. I typically enjoy it in a cold floral lemonade in the summer months and a warm zobo tea when it's cooler. Today's zobo latte can be enjoyed iced or as a kind of hot hibiscus refresher any time of year.
What You'll Need for this Recipe
Figuring out what flavors go well with hibiscus is as simple as looking at where it grows. Tropical notes are a safe bet. Here's what to add to your grocery list.
- Coconut Milk
- Dried Zobo or Hibiscus Tea Bags
- Ginger
- Honey
As far as tools for making my coconut hibiscus latte, the list is short, too. Grab a small saucepan and mixing spoon. I recommend a slotted spoon so that you can easily strain out the solid ingredients. Lastly, a frothing wand will give you those fancy coffeehouse vibes with nice foam on top of your pretty in pink latte at home.
What are the Benefits of Drinking Hibiscus Tea?
Hibiscus is earthy, floral, and a bit fruity. So you might not automatically think that a creamy hibiscus tea latte would work but it absolutely does. And it's also known as a tea that helps balance hormones and supports fertility. As a woman managing PCOS, I love that little fun fact. Even better, other benefits of zobo include:
- Aids in digestion
- Anti-inflammatory and protects liver function
- Helps lower cholesterol
- Relives menstrual cramps
This particular combination is also comforting enough to help lull you into a restful night's sleep. Part PCOS friendly tea and part hibiscus moon milk. Magic.
I hope you'll add a homemade tea latte to your morning routine. Let me know how you like this recipe in the comments. And sharing is caring so be sure to pin this pink moon milk recipe and follow me over on Pinterest. Thanks for reading!
Homemade Honey Hibiscus Latte Recipe
A few simple ingredients make for a purple hibiscus milk tea full of benefits
- 2 teaspoons dried hibiscus or two hibiscus tea bags
- ½ inch knob of ginger
- 1 ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon honey or to taste
Add hibiscus or teabags, ginger, coconut milk, and honey to a small saucepan over medium heat.
Bring mixture to a low boil, stirring to dissolve honey and incorporate flavors (about three minutes).
Turn off heat and strain out tea and ginger pieces. Then carefully swirl a frothing wand through the mixture to create as much foam as desired.
Pour latte into mug and enjoy carefully.
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