Oats Free Hibiscus Berry Infused Water
Vibrant, floral, and impossibly refreshing, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass of water feel like a distant memory. A quick hibiscus concentrate forms the base — simmered with dried flowers and a touch of maple syrup — then it's poured over fresh strawberries, cucumber, and mint for a pitcher that looks as stunning as it tastes. The deep crimson color alone is enough to make everyone at the table ask what's in it. Naturally free from grains and any oat-derived ingredients, every single component here is clean and straightforward, so there's nothing to second-guess on the label or in the pot. After a chill in the fridge, the fruit and herbs meld into the liquid in the best way, creating layers of tart, sweet, and cool in every sip. A squeeze of lemon or lime at serving takes it right over the top. Make a big pitcher for a gathering or keep it in the fridge all week — it genuinely gets better as it sits.
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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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