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Hibiscus Lemonade Recipe
5 from 12 votes

Hibiscus Lemonade Recipe

Hibiscus Lemonade is a refreshing drink made by steeping dried hibiscus flowers or tea bags in boiling water, then mixing with fresh lemon juice, water, and sweetener. The steeped tea is cooled and combined with additional water and sweetener to balance tart floral flavors. Served chilled over ice, it offers a bright, tangy beverage with a distinctive hibiscus floral note.

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

Ingredients

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

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 flowers can be found in Latin or Mexican grocery stores or ordered online.
  • Hibiscus tea bags can replace dried flowers and require no straining after steeping.
  • Fresh lemon juice is preferred for the best flavor, but bottled juice can be a substitute.
  • If using sugar, add it to warm water to help it dissolve completely during steeping.
  • Steep hibiscus for 5 to 10 minutes depending on desired strength and the product's recommended steeping time.
  • Serve the lemonade chilled over ice with a lemon wedge garnish if desired.

Nutrition Information

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 7 cups

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.