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Hibiscus Spritzer
Lisa

Hibiscus Spritzer

A cool, brightly colored, easy to make, refreshing caffeine free Hibiscus Spritzer that is perfect for a small gathering of friends.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Refrigerate the brewed tea for no less than 4 hours or overnight. 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup Boiling Water
  • 1 Bag Hibiscus Tea
  • 1/4 Cup Pineapple Juice
  • 1/4 Cup Orange Juice
  • 1 Can Flavored Sparkling Water Any flavored water of your choice.
Garnish
  • Citrus Fruit Lemon or Lime
  • Fresh Herbs Add your favorite fresh herbs, such as pineapple sage, cinnamon basil, lemon basil, lime basil, or any mint variety.
Optional
  • Alcohol Vodka or Tequila
  • Champagne Can be added instead of the sparkling water.

Equipment

  • 1 quart Canning Jar with lid

Method
 

  1. Boil the water.
  2. Place a tea bag into a quart sized canning jar or measuring cup.
  3. Pour the boiling water over the tea bag.
  4. Steep the tea bag for 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Remove the tea bag after steeping, and if using a measuring cup, pour into a canning jar with lid.
  6. Cover and place the brewed tea into the refrigerator for about 4 hours or overnight.
  7. After the tea has cooled, remove from the refrigerator, add the pineapple and orange juice.
  8. Return the mixture to the refrigerator until ready to mix.
  9. Prepare the garnish before making up the spritzers.
  10. If using fresh citrus, slice and set aside.
  11. Clean the fresh herbs and set aside.
  12. Remove the tea/juice mix from the refrigerator.
  13. Pour the tea/juice mix into a glass, add as much as you would like ( I pour the mixer to fill the glass half way).
  14. If you would like ice cubes, go ahead and add a couple to the glass with the mixture.
  15. Top off the mixture with the sparkling water of your choice.
  16. Add the garnish of your choice, such as sliced citrus, fresh herbs, or both.
  17. Enjoy!