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Hibiscus Lemonade Recipe

Hibiscus Lemonade is the perfect combination of tartness of the lemon juice combined with the floral hints of the hibiscus, making it an ideal drink for summertime parties.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 7 cups
Calories: 42 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 cups filtered water divided
  • 3 teaspoons dried hibiscus flower 3 dried hibiscus flowers or 3 hibiscus tea bags
  • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Sweetener of choice; honey maple syrup simple syrup, sugar free alternative like monk fruit or stevia.

Instructions

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  1. Boil three cups of water in a medium saucepan.
  2. Remove boiling water from the stovetop and add the dried hibiscus or hibiscus tea bags. Let steep for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Strain the tea over a large bowl, cool and then place in the refrigerator to cool.
  4. In a large pitcher add the remaining 3 cups of water and sweetener. Mix together.
  5. Once the hibiscus tea has cooled add it to the pitcher with the water.
  6. Add the fresh lemon juice and stir ingredients.
  7. Serve over ice and add a slice of lemon.

Notes

  • Dried hibiscus can be found in Latin stores or in some grocery stores near the Mexican spices. You could also order them online.
  • If you can't find hibiscus flowers, you can use a few of your favorite hibiscus tea bag instead to make the tea. If you are using tea bags, there is no need to strain the tea. I like to mix both tea bags and hibiscus flowers.
  • Fresh squeezed lemon juice really works best for this recipe, as it gives the lemonade the best flavor. But, you could use bottled in a pinch.
  • Using sugar? You may need to use warm water to get the sugar to dissolve completely. It's best to add the sugar while steeping the hibiscus.
  • I love to serve this drink in a tall glass over ice cubes on a warm day.
  • If you are using a tea bags be sure to check the steep times on the box, so you know low to steep them for the best flavor. Typically, 5 to 10 minutes for the best flavor.
  • I like to garnish my glasses with fresh lemon wedges for a nice colorful addition.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 42kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Sodium 28mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 7g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 7cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 42

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 42kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Sodium 28mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 7g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.