Celery Free Hibiscus-Berry Lemon Cucumber Water
Vibrant, jewel-toned, and impossibly refreshing, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass feel like a special occasion. Dried hibiscus flowers are simmered into a concentrate with a touch of honey, giving the whole pitcher a tart, floral depth that store-bought flavored waters simply can't match. Fresh berries, lemon slices, and cool cucumber steep together until the water turns a stunning deep ruby and smells like a summer garden. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of celery and celery derivatives — no sneaky seasonings, no blended flavor packets, just whole fruits, flowers, and water doing all the work. It's a great option for anyone who has to scrutinize labels on pre-made beverages or cocktail mixers for hidden celery seed or celery extract. Make a big pitcher ahead of time and let it chill in the fridge so the flavors have time to fully bloom — the longer it sits, the better it gets. Finish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint for an extra layer of brightness that takes the whole thing over the top.
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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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