Alpha Gal Friendly Sparkling Hibiscus Berry Spritzer
This vibrant, jewel-toned spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — whether it's a backyard gathering or a quiet afternoon treat. Dried hibiscus flowers, fresh strawberries, and blueberries are simmered together into a deeply colored, fruit-forward syrup that's naturally sweetened with maple syrup and brightened with a squeeze of lemon. The whole thing comes together with zero animal-derived ingredients, which means no hidden mammalian products to stress over — just clean, plant-based goodness from start to finish. That can be genuinely hard to guarantee with store-bought flavored drinks and cocktail mixers, where dairy derivatives or natural flavors sourced from mammals sometimes sneak into the ingredient list. Here, you control every component. Once the syrup is chilled, assembly is effortless — just pour over ice and top with sparkling water for a fizzy, refreshing finish. A sprig of fresh mint or a few lemon slices on the rim turns it into something that looks as stunning as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the hibiscus syrup
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
To assemble
- 4 cups sparkling water, chilled
- ice cubes, for serving
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
- lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, dried hibiscus flowers, strawberries, and blueberries in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the berries have softened and released their color, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and lemon juice until the syrup is fully dissolved.
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