Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Prepare the Hibiscus Tea Concentrate: In a saucepan, combine 4 cups of water, dried hibiscus flowers, and 1/2 cup of sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until the water is deeply colored.
- Strain the tea concentrate through a fine-mesh sieve into a heat-proof container, pressing down on the solids to extract all the liquid. Discard the spent hibiscus flowers. Let the concentrate cool to room temperature.
- Make the Strawberry Puree: Combine the quartered strawberries and 1/4 cup of water in a blender. Blend until completely smooth. Strain the puree through a sieve if you prefer a seedless texture, or leave as is for a thicker drink.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, pour the cooled hibiscus concentrate, the fresh lemon juice, and the 3 cups of cold water (or sparkling water). Stir well to combine.
- Assemble the Lemonade: Add desired amounts of the strawberry puree to the lemonade mixture. Start with a few tablespoons per serving and mix thoroughly. Taste and adjust sweetness (with simple syrup if needed) or tartness (with more lemon juice).
- Serve immediately over plenty of ice. Garnish each glass with a fresh strawberry slice or a lemon wheel.
Notes
For an adult version, a splash of white rum or vodka pairs beautifully with these flavors. To create a simple syrup ahead of time for sweetening, use equal parts sugar and water heated until sugar dissolves.
