Nightshade 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 bring a tart, floral complexity that pairs beautifully with fresh-squeezed lemon juice, while a touch of honey rounds everything out with gentle sweetness. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from nightshades — no tomatoes, no peppers, no hidden spice blends to second-guess — so you can sip without a single worry. The hibiscus concentrate is simmered low and slow until it turns a gorgeous jewel-toned red, then strained clean before the lemon and water go in, keeping the final drink bright and clear. It's the kind of refreshing drink that feels fancy enough for a dinner party but easy enough to throw together on a random Tuesday afternoon. Garnish with fresh mint and a lemon slice and it looks like something straight off a restaurant menu.
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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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