Description
A refreshing and vibrant hibiscus tea strawberry lemonade refresher that is perfect for a hot summer day. This drink combines the tartness of hibiscus tea with the sweetness of fresh strawberries and a hint of zesty lemon.
Ingredients
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Hibiscus Tea:
- 2 cups water
- 2 hibiscus tea bags OR 2 tablespoons of dried hibiscus flowers
Strawberry Puree:
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup, adjust to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Extra sliced strawberries and lemon slices
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Hibiscus Tea: In a tea kettle, bring water to a boil. Remove from heat, add hibiscus tea bags or flowers, steep for 5-7 minutes. Remove tea bags or strain flowers, let cool.
- Strawberry Puree: Blend strawberries with ¼ cup of cooled hibiscus tea until smooth. Optionally strain for a smoother texture.
- In a pitcher, combine hibiscus tea, strawberry puree, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Stir well. Adjust sweetness and tartness to taste. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices, strawberries, and mint.
Notes
- You can brew the hibiscus tea in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- If the tea is pre-chilled, the recipe can be prepared in about 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
