Pink Hibiscus Cocktail
Indulge in the vibrant elegance of a Pink Hibiscus Cocktail, a show-stopping drink that combines bold botanical flavors with refreshing citrus notes. This delightful cocktail features a homemade hibiscus tea base, sweetened with a hint of honey, perfectly balanced by zesty lime juice and the smooth kick of gin. Finished with sparkling water for effervescence and garnished with a lime wheel and an edible flower, this cocktail is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Ideal for warm evenings or festive gatherings, its striking pink hue and floral aroma make it a standout addition to any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy yet sophisticated cocktail is a must-try for lovers of creative drinks. Perfect for spring soirées or dinner parties, it’s the ultimate combination of beauty and refreshment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 2 ounces gin
- 2 ounces sparkling water
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 garnish lime wheel
- 1 garnish edible flower
Instructions
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan.
Add 2 tablespoons of dried hibiscus flowers to the boiling water.
Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Strain the hibiscus tea into a heatproof container and discard the flowers.
Stir 1 tablespoon of honey into the hibiscus tea while it is still warm and allow it to cool completely.
Fill a cocktail shaker with 4 ice cubes.
Add 2 ounces of hibiscus tea, 2 ounces of gin, and 1 ounce of lime juice to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-mixed and chilled.
Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Top with 2 ounces of sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
Garnish with a lime wheel and an edible flower for a touch of elegance.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 74 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
