Artificial Flavors Free Hibiscus Berry Infused Water
Bright, jewel-toned, and refreshingly floral, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass feel like something special. A quick hibiscus concentrate forms the base — simmered with dried flowers and just a touch of maple syrup for the gentlest hint of sweetness — then it's poured over fresh strawberries, cucumber, and mint to steep into something genuinely beautiful. Every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, which means you're completely in the clear when it comes to synthetic flavoring agents hiding in bottled drinks or flavored water mixes. The cucumber adds a cool, clean note while the mint lifts everything with a little herbal brightness, and the strawberries deepen the already-gorgeous ruby color. After a chill in the fridge, the flavors meld into something that tastes far more complex than the simple process behind it. A squeeze of lemon or lime right before serving ties it all together with a little citrusy zip. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week.
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6 servings
For the hibiscus concentrate
- 2 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
For the pitcher
- 6 cups cold water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ medium english cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- lemon or lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried hibiscus flowers and 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then remove from the heat and stir in the maple syrup until dissolved.
- 2
Let the hibiscus steep for 10 minutes, then pour through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing gently on the flowers to extract all the liquid. Discard the spent flowers.
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