Xanthan Gum Free Berry Hibiscus Spritzer

Total time55 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

Xanthan Gum Free Berry Hibiscus Spritzer

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 or frozen berries are simmered together into a deeply colored concentrate that's tart, floral, and absolutely gorgeous in the glass. A touch of honey and fresh lime juice round out the flavor beautifully, giving it that perfect balance of sweet and bright without relying on any packaged syrups or additives. For anyone navigating ingredient sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of thickeners and stabilizers — every single component is a whole, recognizable ingredient you can feel good about. The concentrate comes together on the stovetop, chills in the fridge, and then gets topped with sparkling water right before serving, making it easy to prep ahead for a crowd. Garnished with fresh mint and a lime slice, it looks like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a fancy café — except you made it yourself, and you know exactly what's in it.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the hibiscus-berry concentrate

3 cups water
½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
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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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