Tree Nut Free Hibiscus Berry Infused Water
Vibrant, floral, and refreshingly light, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel a little more special. The deep ruby color comes from a quick hibiscus concentrate — dried flowers simmered with water and just a touch of maple syrup — which gives the whole pitcher a tart, cranberry-like depth without any added artificial flavors. Fresh strawberries, cucumber, and mint steep right in the pitcher, layering in sweetness, cool crispness, and a subtle herbal note that builds the longer it sits. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just clean, whole-food components doing exactly what they're supposed to do. A squeeze of lemon or lime over the glass before serving brightens everything up and makes it feel almost cocktail-worthy. It's an ideal make-ahead option for entertaining, since the chilling time only improves the flavor. Whether you're serving it at a summer gathering or just keeping a pitcher in the fridge for the week, this one is genuinely hard to stop sipping.
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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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