Chestnut Free Berry Hibiscus Spritzer

Total time55 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

4.9

(15)

This vibrant, jewel-toned spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special, whether you're hosting a summer gathering or just treating yourself on a Tuesday afternoon. Dried hibiscus flowers and fresh mixed berries are simmered together into a deeply colored concentrate that's tart, floral, and just sweet enough thanks to a touch of honey and a bright squeeze of lime. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so you can sip without a second thought about hidden allergens sneaking in through store-bought flavored drinks or pre-made syrups. The concentrate is made from scratch on your stovetop, which means you're in full control of what goes into the glass. Once it's chilled and topped with sparkling water, the result is effervescent and refreshing with a gorgeous deep-red color that looks almost too pretty to drink. Mint and lime slices take it over the top visually, but honestly, it's stunning on its own. Make a big batch of the concentrate ahead of time and keep it in the fridge — it's the kind of thing you'll want on hand all week.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the hibiscus-berry concentrate

3 cups water
½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
1 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp fresh lime juice

For serving

3 cups sparkling water, chilled
ice cubes, as needed
fresh mint sprigs (optional)
lime slices (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the water, dried hibiscus flowers, and mixed berries in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is deeply colored and the berries have softened and released their juices.
2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the honey and lime juice until the honey is fully dissolved.

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