Soy 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 just a touch of maple syrup — giving the whole pitcher that gorgeous deep crimson color before a single berry even hits the glass. Fresh strawberries, cool cucumber slices, and a handful of mint leaves steep right in, layering in sweetness and fragrance as everything chills together. The result is something that looks like it came from a spa menu but costs almost nothing to make at home. Every ingredient here is naturally free from soy in any form, so there's no label-scanning or ingredient second-guessing required. A squeeze of lemon or lime at serving brightens the whole thing and ties the tartness of the hibiscus together beautifully. Make a big pitcher on a warm afternoon and watch it disappear faster than you'd expect.
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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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