Refreshing Hibiscus Berry Beverage (Printable)

A cool, fruity hibiscus drink perfect for summer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea

01 - 4 cups (1 liter) water
02 - 1/4 cup (10 g) dried hibiscus flowers
03 - 2 green tea bags (optional, for extra flavor)
04 - 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar or honey (adjust to taste)

→ Fruit & Berries

05 - 1/2 cup (75 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
06 - 1/2 cup (75 g) fresh blueberries
07 - 1/2 cup (75 g) fresh raspberries
08 - 1 orange, thinly sliced
09 - 1 lime, thinly sliced
10 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat, add the dried hibiscus flowers and (if using) green tea bags. Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
02 - Strain the tea into a heatproof pitcher to remove the flowers and tea bags.
03 - While the tea is still warm, stir in the sugar or honey until dissolved.
04 - Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until chilled.
05 - Add the sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, orange, and lime to the chilled tea. Stir gently.
06 - Serve over ice, garnished with fresh mint leaves.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This drink is like summer in a glass, bursting with flavor and color.
  • It’s a fun way to use fresh fruit, leaving you with a gorgeous presentation that impresses everyone.
02 -
  • Be careful not to steep the hibiscus too long; it can turn overly tart if left too long.
  • Experiment with different fruits based on what’s in season for a fresh twist every time.
03 -
  • Adjust the amount of sweetener based on the tartness of the hibiscus you prefer.
  • If you want a deeper flavor, let the tea cool overnight.
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