Mediterranean Diet Friendly Garden Hibiscus Berry Cooler
Total time50 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time10 min
4.9(21)
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
For the hibiscus base
- 3 cups water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
Chef's tipUse the same amount; honey is a little thicker and slightly sweeter. - 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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!