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A tall glass of pink hibiscus lemonade with ice cubes and a lemon wedge on the rim. The refreshing drink is set on a light wooden surface, surrounded by lemon slices and a white cloth in the background.

Hibiscus Lemonade Recipe

Bethany Galloway
Refreshing, vibrant, and just the right touch of tangy sweetness—this homemade hibiscus lemonade recipe is perfect for cooling down on hot summer days. With simple ingredients and health benefits to boot, this delightful twist on regular lemonade will become your new go-to beverage.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Steep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Herbal Tea
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 102 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 7 cups hot water 80°C/176°F
  • 10 g dried hibiscus flowers or 2-3 hibiscus tea bags (check the weight is around 10g total)
  • 3/4 cup honey more to taste
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice I juiced 4 lemons

Instructions
 

  • Begin by heating the water in a kettle or in a pot on the stove.
    7 cups hot water
  • When it’s simmering but not boiling, turn off the heat. If your using a heat-safe jug, pour the hot water into it.
  • Add your hibiscus tea bags or hibiscus flowers. If umpire using dried flowers I recommend putting them in a reusable tea bag to make it easier to remove later.
    10 g dried hibiscus flowers
  • Add the honey or sweetener of choice and allow it to steep for at least 10 minutes, or until it cools to room temperature.
    3/4 cup honey
  • Remove the hibiscus tea bags, stir in the lemon juice, adjust the sweetness to taste, and enjoy!
    3/4 cup lemon juice

Notes

  • Chill: For the best flavor, chill the lemonade in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
  • Sweetness Adjustments: Depending on your preference for sweetness, you can add more or less honey. Taste as you go—it’s the best way to get it just right!

Storage instructions

  • Refrigerate: Pour any leftover hibiscus lemonade into a pitcher or bottle and keep it chilled in the fridge. Properly stored, your lemonade can stay fresh and tasty for up to 5 days.
  • Stir Before Serving: Hibiscus particles and lemon juice may settle at the bottom, so give it a good stir before pouring.
  • Freeze for Later: Freeze in ice cube trays or freezer-safe containers for a quick, cold treat on demand.

Nutrition

Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.001gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.2mg
Keyword hibiscus lemonade
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