Sweet Hibiscus Drink Recipe
A sweet-tart drink, popular to cool down on a hot day or to accompany a sweet dessert.
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Ingredients
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Drink Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Steep the Hibiscus
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the dried hibiscus flowers and remove from heat. Let it steep for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Strain the Mixture
After steeping, strain the liquid into a pitcher to remove the hibiscus flowers.
- 3
Add Sweetener
While the liquid is still warm, stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
- 4
Flavor the Drink
Add lemon juice to the mixture, and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar to taste.
- 5
Serve
Add ice cubes to the individual serving glasses, pour the hibiscus drink over the ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
