Hazelnut Free Hibiscus Lemonade
That deep ruby color alone is enough to stop anyone in their tracks, and the flavor absolutely delivers on the promise. Dried hibiscus flowers simmered with honey create a floral, tart concentrate that pairs beautifully with fresh-squeezed lemon juice for a drink that feels both refreshing and a little bit special. Everything here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts of any kind — no swapping, no substitutions needed, just clean, vibrant ingredients doing exactly what they should. The honey rounds out the tartness without making things cloying, and you can always add a touch more at the end to suit your taste. Served over ice with a sprig of mint and a lemon slice, it looks like something you'd order at a fancy café but comes together in your own kitchen with minimal effort. It's the kind of drink that works equally well for a backyard gathering or a quiet afternoon when you just want something better than plain water.
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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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