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A refreshing glass of hibiscus lemonade with lemon slice and flower garnish

Irresistible Hibiscus Lemonade

A delightful drink combining tangy lemon and floral hibiscus, perfect for any occasion.
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Préparation 10 minutes
Cuisson 10 minutes
Temps total 20 minutes
Portions: 6 servings
Plat: Beverage, Refreshments
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 120
Ingredients Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups dried hibiscus flowers
  • 6 cups water 4 cups for boiling, 2 cups for dilution
  • 1 cup sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice Juice from about 4-6 lemons
  • Lemon slices for garnish
  • Fresh mint for garnish

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by measuring 2 cups of dried hibiscus flowers and gathering the remaining ingredients (water, sugar, fresh lemons).
  2. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the dried hibiscus flowers and steep for about 10 minutes.
  3. After steeping, strain the hibiscus mixture into a pitcher and discard the flowers.
  4. Add 2 cups of cold water to the strained hibiscus base, and gradually stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice and stir to combine.
  6. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to chill.
  7. Serve over ice in tall glasses.
  8. Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint before serving.

Notes et conservation

Store any leftover lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For variations, try adding ginger during steeping or mix in fresh berries.