Rice Free Garden Hibiscus Berry Cooler

Total time50 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

4.9

(21)

This vibrant drink is the kind of thing that stops people mid-sip and makes them ask what's in it. The deep ruby color comes entirely from dried hibiscus flowers simmered low and slow, and the flavor is tart, floral, and just sweet enough thanks to a touch of maple syrup and fresh lemon juice. Lightly muddled strawberries and blueberries sink to the bottom of the pitcher and bleed their juice into the base, giving every glass a little extra berry depth. Topped off with sparkling water and poured over ice, it's refreshingly light without being watery or flat. Every single ingredient here is naturally grain-free and completely free of rice in any form — no syrups, no thickeners, nothing hidden — so you can serve it with total confidence. It works beautifully as a party pitcher, a weekend brunch drink, or just a weeknight treat when you want something that feels a little special. Fresh mint on top is optional, but it makes the whole glass look like it came from a fancy café.

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Ingredients

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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