Craving a vibrant, antioxidant-rich drink that’s both tart and sweet? Look no further than The Best Hibiscus Tea Strawberry-Lemonade Refresher. This stunning ruby-red beverage, perfected through countless summer tests, delivers a perfect balance of tangy hibiscus, sweet strawberries, and zesty lemon. It’s my go-to for beating the heat with a naturally caffeine-free, flavor-packed sip that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

The Best Hibiscus Tea Strawberry-Lemonade Refresher

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Author: Dorothy Miller

Ingredients

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2 cups water
2 hibiscus tea bags (OR 2 tablespoons of dried hibiscus flowers)
1/2 cup strawberries
1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
2–3 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste, see Notes for substitutions)

Optional toppings: Extra sliced strawberries and lemon slices, and/or fresh mint leaves.

Instructions

Hibiscus tea: In a tea kettle, start by bringing your water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat, and place hibiscus tea bags (OR dried hibiscus flowers) into the kettle. Steep for 5-7 minutes (the longer it sits, the stronger your tea will be). Then, take out the tea bags (or strain out the flowers), and let the tea cool.

Strawberry puree: Wash and slice your strawberries and add them to a blender along with 1/4 cup of the cooled hibiscus tea. Puree (blend until smooth), and optionally strain through a fine mesh sieve or nut milk bag for a smoother texture.
In a large pitcher, combine the remaining cooled hibiscus tea, strawberry puree, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust to your liking: For more sweetness, add more syrup, and for more tartness, add more lemon juice. Pour over ice and garnish with lemon slices, more fresh strawberries, and a sprig or two of mint. Enjoy!

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The Best Hibiscus Tea Strawberry-Lemonade Refresher Recipe