Cinnamon Free Hibiscus Lemonade
Tart, floral, and strikingly beautiful in the glass, this hibiscus lemonade is the kind of drink that stops people mid-sip and makes them ask what's in it. The deep ruby color comes entirely from dried hibiscus flowers simmered into a rich concentrate, which is then brightened with plenty of fresh lemon juice and sweetened with honey. There's no spice blend hiding in the background here — just clean, vibrant ingredients that let the natural tang of hibiscus and citrus shine without any unwanted additions. For anyone navigating flavored drinks and store-bought lemonades that often sneak in unexpected spice mixes, making this at home puts you fully in control of every ingredient. A drizzle of extra honey at the end lets you dial in the sweetness exactly to your taste, and the optional mint and lemon garnish make it feel genuinely special. It's refreshing enough for a hot afternoon and pretty enough to serve at a gathering.
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4 servings
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 1 cup cold water
For the hibiscus concentrate
- 3 cups water
- 3 tbsp honey
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 lemon slices (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried hibiscus flowers and 3 cups of water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep ruby red.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the honey until fully dissolved. Let the concentrate steep and cool for 20 minutes.
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