Alpha Gal Friendly Hibiscus-Berry Lemon Cucumber Water
Staying away from mammalian products doesn't mean giving up on vibrant, satisfying drinks — and this infused water proves it beautifully. Dried hibiscus flowers steep into a jewel-toned concentrate that's tart, floral, and deeply refreshing, sweetened with just a touch of honey. Fresh berries, lemon slices, and cool cucumber rounds join the pitcher and slowly release their flavors as everything chills together, turning a simple glass of water into something genuinely special. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden animal-derived additives sneaking in. The result is a pitcher that looks stunning on a table — that deep ruby color with floating fruit and cucumber is almost too pretty to drink. Make it ahead and let it sit in the fridge so the flavors have time to deepen before you pour it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint.
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4 servings
For the hibiscus concentrate
- ¼ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp honey
For the pitcher
- 1 cup mixed fresh or frozen berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or a combination)
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- ½ english cucumber, thinly sliced
- 4 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried hibiscus flowers and 2 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then remove from the heat and stir in the honey until dissolved. Let steep for 10 minutes.
- 2
Pour the hibiscus concentrate through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing on the flowers to extract all the liquid. Discard the spent flowers.
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