Tree Nut Free Hibiscus-Berry Lemon Cucumber Water
Vibrant, jewel-toned, and impossibly refreshing, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes plain hydration feel like a genuine treat. Dried hibiscus flowers are simmered into a concentrate with a touch of honey, then combined with fresh berries, lemon, and cool cucumber slices for a pitcher that looks stunning on any table. The tartness of the hibiscus plays beautifully against the sweetness of the berries and the clean, crisp finish of the cucumber. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of tree nuts — no label-scanning required, no cross-contact concerns hiding in a store-bought flavored water or syrup. After an hour in the fridge, the water turns a deep, gorgeous crimson and picks up layers of fruity, floral flavor that taste far more complex than the simple steps suggest. Pile on the ice, tuck in a sprig of fresh mint, and you have something that feels fancy enough for a dinner party but easy enough for a Tuesday afternoon.
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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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