Best Hibiscus Lemonade Recipe
The Best Hibiscus Lemonade Recipe is bright, fresh and very refreshing. It has a pretty red color and a light tart taste.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- ½ cup sugar or honey
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
Boil the Water
- Pour four cups of water into a saucepan. Bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Steep the Hibiscus
- Turn off the heat. Add dried hibiscus flowers. Cover the pan and steep for ten minutes.
Strain the Tea
- Strain the hibiscus tea into a bowl or pitcher. Remove all flowers. Press gently for more color.
Sweeten the Tea
- Add sugar or honey to the warm tea. Stir well until fully dissolved and smooth.
Add Lemon Juice
- Pour fresh lemon juice into the sweetened tea. Stir gently until mixed evenly.
Add Cold Water
- Add two cups of cold water. Stir again. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Chill the Lemonade
- Place the pitcher in the fridge. Chill for at least one hour before serving.
Serve Cold
- Fill glasses with ice. Pour hibiscus lemonade over ice. Add lemon slices if you like.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for best taste.
- Do not over-steep hibiscus flowers.
- Adjust sugar to your liking.
- Chill well before serving.
- Strain carefully for a smooth drink.