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Low-calorie, unsweetened, refreshing herbal tea beverage
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Unsweetened hibiscus iced tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 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 71% · Protein 29% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 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 | 2 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 30 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (half) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
No, unsweetened hibiscus iced tea made only with hibiscus is naturally caffeine-free. A blend that also contains black or green tea may have caffeine, so the other tea ingredients matter.
Steep dried hibiscus in hot water, strain it, let it cool, then pour it over ice. This simple preparation makes unsweetened hibiscus iced tea without added sugar and keeps it minimally processed.
Unsweetened hibiscus iced tea tastes tart and fruity, often compared with cranberry. Because it has no added sugar, the natural sharpness stands out; a shorter steep can make the flavor milder.
Yes, you can cold-brew unsweetened hibiscus iced tea by steeping dried hibiscus in cold water in the refrigerator. It takes longer than hot brewing, but the result can taste smoother and less sharp.
No, unsweetened hibiscus iced tea is made from hibiscus calyces, while rosehip tea comes from the fruit of the rose plant. They are different ingredients, even though both can taste tart and fruity.
To make unsweetened hibiscus iced tea less sour without sugar, steep it for less time or dilute it with cold water. A slice of orange can also balance the tartness with its aroma.
Keep unsweetened hibiscus iced tea in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within a few days. Discard it if its smell or appearance changes, and avoid leaving it out for hours.
Hibiscus may modestly lower blood pressure in some people, but unsweetened hibiscus iced tea is not a treatment or a substitute for prescribed medicine. If you take blood-pressure medication, ask your clinician about regular use.
Many adults can include unsweetened hibiscus iced tea as a regular drink, but large amounts may not suit everyone. Hibiscus can affect blood pressure, so people taking related medication should check with a clinician.
There is not enough reliable evidence to establish that unsweetened hibiscus iced tea is safe during pregnancy. Ask your healthcare professional before drinking it regularly, especially because herbal drinks can have effects beyond hydration.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.48mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
19mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 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 2 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Unsweetened hibiscus iced tea is made by steeping dried hibiscus calyces in hot water, then chilling the infusion. Its tart, fruity flavour is distinctive without added sugar; hibiscus tea is enjoyed in many places, including as karkade across parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Serve it cold over ice as a refreshing drink with a meal or on a warm afternoon. In some regions hibiscus tea is commonly sweetened, but this version keeps its bright, tangy character. It is very low in calories, with 1 calorie per 100 g, and contains no added sugar. Add citrus or fresh mint for extra aroma, or steep it more briefly if you prefer a gentler taste.
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.