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Hibiscus Lemonade

Refreshing Hibiscus Lemonade: Your Ultimate Summer Sip

Enjoy this delightful Hibiscus Lemonade, a tart yet sweet refreshment perfect for summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 1 cup Dried Hibiscus Flowers Use high-quality, bright crimson flowers.
  • 4 cups Hot Water Essential for steeping.
For the Drink
  • 1 cup Lemonade Fresh-squeezed or quality store-bought.
  • 2 cups Ice Essential for serving.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 slice Lemon Slices For presentation and zest.
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint Enhances freshness.

Equipment

  • heatproof pitcher
  • Strainer
  • tall glass

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by adding dried hibiscus flowers to a heatproof pitcher. Pour hot water over the flowers and steep for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Once steeped, strain the flowers and let the tea cool down to room temperature. Place it in the refrigerator until completely chilled, ideally for minimum of one hour.
  3. Grab a tall glass filled with ice. Pour in the lemonade first, then gently top it off with your chilled hibiscus tea. Enjoy watching the colors swirl together!
  4. Stir the drink well to combine the flavors. If desired, garnish with a lemon slice or a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately while it's ice cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality dried hibiscus flowers and adjust lemonade sweetness to taste.

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