Evidence based
Get a double dose of antioxidants with two powerhouse teas, each with their own unique flavors for a drink that keeps tastebuds happy!
A Synergy of Two Teas
This iced beverage is a delicious blend of fruity and grassy notes that complement one another. Hibiscus tea is full of tart, fruity flavor that tastes similar to cranberry or pomegranate. This vibrant tea is made from dried hibiscus flowers and is rich in antioxidants.
Hibiscus tea is known as the beauty elixir and for good reason. Rich in vitamin-C, this tea helps to promote healthy skin by combating oxidative damage from things like the sun and pollution, both of which can make skin appear dull. Vitamin-C rich foods help to restore elasticity by slowing collagen breakdown.
If that’s not enough, pairing hibiscus with a chlorophyll-rich tea like matcha doubles the antioxidants that help fight off disease, protect the liver and even support healthy brain function.
If you’re looking for a drink that will keep you alert and focused without the jitters of coffee, reach for a cup of matcha instead. L-theanine in matcha provides a sustained energy without the crash.
Note: Although the hibiscus tea is caffeine free, matcha contains some caffeine and is best enjoyed in the morning or afternoon.
To add balance to the tart-earthy flavor of the drink, hibiscus tea is mixed with unsweetened coconut milk and matcha gets a touch of honey for sweetness. When stirred together they create a perfect yin and yang of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup filtered water
- 1 sachet Pique Sun Goddess Matcha
- 2 tsp honey
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 sachet Pique Hibiscus Beauty Elixir
- Ice
Instructions
- Heat coconut milk over medium-low heat until hot and whisk in hibiscus tea crystals. Transfer to a small jar and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Whisk together half cup of water, honey and matcha until dissolved. Pour over ice in a tall glass. Pour coconut-hibiscus mixture into glass to layer over matcha tea. Enjoy!
Recommended for this recipe:
Pique Hibiscus Beauty Elixir
Like a rosy-cheeked glow that’ll have you feeling flirty. Revitalizing and caffeine-free. Make your cells dance.
Pique Sun Goddess Matcha
The world’s purest matcha, crafted to the highest standards of the finest ceremonial grade matcha. Designed for mindfulness. A mug full of zen.
