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