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Iced Cold-Brew Hibiscus (Karkadeh)

Editorial Team September 15, 2026 1 min read

About this recipe

The traditional Egyptian drink, loved for its deep red colour and pleasantly tart taste.

The secret

Steep the flowers in cold water for hours instead of boiling them; cold steeping gives a clean taste with no harsh bitterness.

Serve it with

Pour into tall iced glasses with ice cubes and a slice of lemon, on a hot summer day or in Ramadan.

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