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Low-calorie, refreshing herbal iced tea
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hibiscus mint iced tea (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Steep dried hibiscus in hot water, strain it, then add fresh mint and chill the infusion. Serve over ice. For a cleaner mint flavor, remove the leaves before storing rather than letting them steep for hours.
No, hibiscus mint iced tea made from hibiscus flowers and mint is naturally caffeine-free. A bottled blend or recipe that also contains black or green tea may have caffeine, so check what tea leaves were used.
Hibiscus mint iced tea is tart and fruity, with a cool, aromatic mint finish. The hibiscus gives it a sharper flavor than many ordinary iced herbal teas, while the amount of mint can make the finish more or less pronounced.
Yes, hibiscus mint iced tea tastes refreshing without added sugar. Its tart hibiscus flavor and mint aroma provide plenty of character; if you want to soften the acidity, add a little honey or a slice of fruit.
Yes, hibiscus mint iced tea contributes to fluid intake, and its naturally caffeine-free infusion is a refreshing alternative to caffeinated drinks. It can support everyday hydration, but it does not replace water when you are thirsty.
Yes, add hibiscus and mint to cold water and leave the covered mixture in the refrigerator for several hours, then strain it. Cold brewing gives a gentler infusion; taste it before serving and steep longer if you prefer a stronger flavor.
Hibiscus mint iced tea gets its red or ruby color from pigments released by the hibiscus flowers as they steep. A stronger infusion can look darker, and adding citrus may shift the shade.
Yes, lemon pairs well with hibiscus mint iced tea and adds a brighter, sharper citrus note. Add a small squeeze first, since hibiscus is already tart and too much lemon can overwhelm the mint.
Keep hibiscus mint iced tea in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within a few days. Fresh mint or citrus can affect its flavor sooner, so discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Hibiscus may lower blood pressure, but hibiscus mint iced tea is not a substitute for prescribed treatment. If you take blood-pressure medication or already have low blood pressure, ask your doctor before drinking it regularly.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
3.6µg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
1.44mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
B3
0.12mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
9.6mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Hibiscus mint iced tea is a chilled herbal infusion made by steeping hibiscus flowers and mint, then cooling the brew. Its vivid red colour comes from the hibiscus, while mint gives it a fresh aroma. It can be brewed at home or bought ready-made.
The flavour is gently tart and cooling, and it is usually served over ice in warm weather. In places where hibiscus drinks are popular, it may be enjoyed alongside a meal; elsewhere, it makes a refreshing alternative to conventional iced tea. Unsweetened, it is very low in energy, with 2 calories per 100 g. Add lemon or a few slices of fruit for extra flavour, or sweeten lightly if you prefer a less tart drink.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.