Refreshing hibiscus limeade. A vibrant, flavorful drink that will become your new summer obsession. Hibiscus flowers add a stunning pop of color and a delightful flavor that plays well with the tart lime juice. Plus, it’s packed with vitamin C and antioxidants.
Each morning, my friends and I go for a quick walk to get some sun and fresh air. We noticed our neighbor’s lime tree was abundant with fresh limes, so we harvested a bunch.
Hibiscus is packed with antioxidants like anthocyanins, antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body. (Trusted source) I love adding it into my food and drinks whenever possible.
Then we collected these pretty peach-colored hibiscus so I could make fresh hibiscus sugar. Dried hibiscus works just as well if that’s what you have access to!
Ingredients:
- 8 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers (or one cup fresh)
- 8 fresh limes
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract (optional)
Directions:
- Bring your water to a boil.
- Make a hibiscus lime sugar by grinding up your hibiscus flowers, vanilla extract (or juice from one lime), and zest from a lime into your sugar. I do this in a mortar and pestle, but a food processor or blender works as well!
- Squeeze limes into a large jar or pitcher. Strain to remove any seeds.
- Add your hibiscus lime sugar and boiling water. Stir to let the sugar dissolve.
- Chill and serve over ice.
Refreshing Hibiscus Limeade
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers or one cup fresh
- 8 fresh limes
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- Bring your water to a boil.
- Make a hibiscus lime sugar by grinding up your hibiscus flowers, vanilla extract (or juice from one lime), and zest from a lime into your sugar. I do this in a mortar and pestle, but a food processor or blender works as well!
- Squeeze limes into a large jar or pitcher. Strain to remove any seeds.
- Add your hibiscus lime sugar and boiling water. Stir to let the sugar dissolve.
- Chill and serve over ice.