Yeast Free Hibiscus-Berry Lemon Cucumber Water
Staying away from yeast doesn't mean giving up anything exciting to drink — and this vibrant infused water proves it beautifully. Dried hibiscus flowers are simmered into a jewel-toned concentrate, sweetened with just a touch of honey, then combined with fresh berries, lemon, and cool cucumber slices for a pitcher that looks almost too pretty to drink. Every single ingredient here is naturally yeast-free, so there's no label-checking or second-guessing involved. The longer it chills in the fridge, the deeper and more fragrant the flavor gets, making it a great make-ahead option for gatherings or just a refreshing weekday treat. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and it genuinely feels like something you'd order at a fancy spa — except you made it at home in about fifteen minutes of active effort.
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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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