Sparkling Hibiscus Mint Lemonade (Printable)

Tart hibiscus and lemon with fresh mint, finished with sparkling water for a bright, refreshing drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Hibiscus & Mint Base

01 - 2 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers (or 2 hibiscus tea bags)
02 - 10 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
03 - 1/3 cup honey or agave syrup (to taste)
04 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
05 - 2 cups cold water

→ Sparkling Finish

06 - 2 cups chilled sparkling water
07 - Lemon slices, for garnish
08 - Ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - In a small pitcher or bowl, steep the hibiscus flowers and mint leaves in 2 cups cold water for 10 minutes. For a deeper flavor, gently muddle the mint leaves.
02 - Strain the mixture into a larger pitcher, discarding solids.
03 - Add honey or agave syrup and lemon juice to the strained liquid. Stir until fully dissolved.
04 - Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the hibiscus-mint lemonade concentrate halfway up each glass.
05 - Top with chilled sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
06 - Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Your secret to a fancy mocktail with almost no effort, but all the glamour.
  • It’s endlessly customizable, so even picky guests will find it refreshing and irresistible.
02 -
  • Once, I let the hibiscus steep for too long and ended up with a drink so tart it made us all pucker—set a timer and trust it.
  • Chilling the sparkling water before pouring is non-negotiable; warm bubbly dulls the whole experience.
03 -
  • Always taste and adjust before serving—lemons and honey can vary wildly in strength and sweetness.
  • Add sparkling water right before serving for the freshest bubbles.
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