Barley Free Hibiscus Berry Infused Water
This vibrant infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass of water feel like a serious upgrade. The deep ruby hibiscus concentrate sets the base with a tart, floral depth, while fresh strawberries, cool cucumber, and bright mint layers in color and fragrance as everything chills together. A touch of maple syrup rounds out the tartness without making it sweet — just balanced and refreshing. Grain-based additives and hidden fillers are a non-issue here because every single ingredient is a whole food you can see and recognize. The steeping and straining process is simple and satisfying, and the result looks stunning in a pitcher on the table. Squeeze in a little lemon or lime before serving and it becomes something genuinely special — the kind of drink guests ask about before they even sit down.
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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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