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Hibiscus Rose Lemonade

Yield: serves 8

This Hibiscus Rose Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink made with dried hibiscus flowers, fresh lemon juice, honey, and fragrant rose water. Its vibrant ruby-red color and sweet floral flavor make it perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, baby showers, and holiday entertaining. Serve it over ice with fresh mint and lemon slices for a beautiful Mediterranean-inspired beverage.

Ingredients

For the Hibiscus Tea

1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
8 cups water

For the Lemonade

1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2-3/4 cup honey, or to taste
1-2 tablespoons rose water
2 cups cold water

For Garnish

Lemon slices
Fresh mint leaves
Edible rose petals, optional
Ice

Instructions

Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan.

Add the dried hibiscus flowers and remove the pan from the heat.

Cover and steep for 20-30 minutes.

Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the flowers.

While the tea is still warm, stir in the honey until dissolved.

Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

Add the lemon juice, rose water, and cold water. Stir well.

Taste and adjust the sweetness or rose water as needed.

Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices, fresh mint, and edible rose petals if desired.

Notes

For Plain Hibiscus Lemonade

Omit the rose water and prepare the recipe as written. The result is a bright, citrusy hibiscus lemonade with a beautiful ruby-red color.

For Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade

Blend 1 pound fresh strawberries until smooth. Strain if desired and stir the puree into the chilled lemonade before serving.

For Sparkling Hibiscus Rose Lemonade

Replace the 2 cups cold water with 2 cups chilled sparkling water. Add the sparkling water just before serving to maintain the bubbles.

Make-Ahead Tip

Prepare the hibiscus tea up to 3 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Add the lemon juice, rose water, and garnishes just before serving for the freshest flavor.

Filoxenia Hosting Tip

Serve this lemonade in a large glass pitcher filled with lemon slices, fresh mint, and edible rose petals. It's a beautiful non-alcoholic drink that's perfect for entertaining and special occasions.

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