Vegetarian 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 backyard gathering or just treating yourself on a Tuesday afternoon. Dried hibiscus flowers and fresh or frozen mixed berries are simmered together into a deeply colored concentrate that's tart, floral, and absolutely gorgeous in the glass. A touch of honey rounds out the flavor while fresh lime juice keeps everything bright and lively. Once the concentrate is chilled and topped with sparkling water, you get a fizzy, refreshing drink that looks like it came from a fancy café but costs a fraction of the price. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free of meat or animal byproducts beyond the honey, making it a genuinely crowd-pleasing pour for vegetarians and omnivores alike. Fresh mint and lime slices take the presentation over the top without any extra effort. Make a big batch of the concentrate ahead of time and keep it in the fridge so you can pour glasses on demand all week long.

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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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