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Hibiscus Lemonade

Hibiscus Lemonade: Refreshing Summer Sip You'll Crave

Hibiscus Lemonade is a vibrant and refreshing drink perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Steeping Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 0.5 cups dried hibiscus flowers provides vibrant color and tangy flavor
  • 1 cups boiling water for brewing the tea
For Sweetening
  • 0.75 cups sugar or your choice of honey/agave
For the Zest
  • 1 cups fresh squeezed lemon juice approximately from 6-8 lemons
For Mixing
  • 3 cups cold water to dilute the mixture

Equipment

  • heat-safe bowl
  • large pitcher
  • citrus squeezer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hibiscus Lemonade
  1. In a heat-safe bowl, combine ½ cup of dried hibiscus flowers with 1 cup of boiling water. Stir in ¾ cup of your chosen sweetener, until fully dissolved.
  2. While the hibiscus tea is steeping, squeeze fresh lemons to yield 1 cup of juice and set it aside.
  3. Once the hibiscus tea has steeped, pour ¾ cup of the sweetened hibiscus tea into a large pitcher, add the lemon juice, and 3 cups of cold water. Stir well.
  4. Serve over ice or store in the refrigerator. Garnish with lemon slices or mint sprigs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 18gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 15gVitamin C: 25mg

Notes

Store in an airtight pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 3 months.

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