Gut Friendly Garden Hibiscus Berry Cooler
This vibrant ruby-red drink is exactly the kind of refreshment that feels as good as it tastes. Dried hibiscus flowers are naturally rich in antioxidants and gentle on the digestive system, while fresh strawberries and blueberries bring a burst of real fruit flavor without any added concentrates or artificial sweeteners. Maple syrup keeps things lightly sweet, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds brightness that makes every sip feel alive. Lightly muddled berries release their juice right into the base, so you get gorgeous color and layered flavor in every glass. Sparkling water gives it a festive fizz that makes it feel like a proper occasion drink — no gut-disrupting additives, no mystery ingredients, just clean, whole-food components you can feel good about. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week long.
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4 servings
For the hibiscus base
- 3 cups water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the berry mix
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
For serving
- 2 cups cold sparkling water or still water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the 3 cups of water and dried hibiscus flowers in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep ruby red.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the maple syrup until fully dissolved, then let the hibiscus steep for 10 minutes.
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