Description

This Hibiscus Tea Strawberry-Lemonade Refresher is a vibrant and refreshing beverage that combines the floral tang of hibiscus tea with the natural sweetness of strawberries and the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice. Perfect for a warm day, this lightly sweetened drink offers a delightful balance of flavors, making it a revitalizing choice to cool you down and quench your thirst.

Ingredients

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Tea Base

2 cups water
1 cup dried hibiscus petals

Sweeteners & Flavorings

1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon honey

Fruits

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup strawberry puree

Other

1 cup cold water
Ice cubes

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Instructions

Boil Water with Hibiscus Petals: In a medium-sized saucepan, pour the 2 cups of water and add the 1 cup of dried hibiscus petals.
Simmer Hibiscus Tea: Place the saucepan over medium heat on the stove and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to help the petals steep. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
Steep and Strain: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture steep for an additional 5 minutes. Then, strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer into a heatproof bowl or pitcher, discarding the hibiscus petals.
Sweeten the Tea: While the tea is still hot, add 1/4 cup sugar and stir until dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Mix Fruits and Honey: Once cooled, add 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup strawberry puree, and 1 tablespoon honey to the tea. Stir well to combine and ensure the honey dissolves completely.
Dilute and Serve: In a separate large glass, combine 1 cup cold water. Pour the hibiscus-strawberry-lemonade mixture into the glass and stir thoroughly. Fill a serving glass with ice cubes and pour the chilled refresher over the ice. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar and honey to your taste.
For best results, use fresh lemon juice and ripe strawberries for the puree.
You can prepare the hibiscus tea base ahead of time and refrigerate it before mixing.
This drink is best served chilled for maximum refreshment.
Strain the strawberry puree if you prefer a smoother texture.