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Ginger Hibiscus Mocktail

Ginger Hibiscus Mocktail
Paloma Mezcal CocktailNathan Congleton / TODAY
Servings:
4
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Chef notes

This mocktail is a typical agua fresca in Mexico made from hibiscus flowers. I added my twist with a bit ginger because it is delicious combo.

Note: The recipe calls for mint-infused simple syrup. It's easy to make your own infused simple syrups, which are also great for sweetening iced tea and cocktails. 

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 bags hibiscus tea, such as Badia brand
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Mint infused simple syrup
  • Ginger ale, to taste
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • 4 lemon wedges, for garnish
  • 4 springs fresh mint, for garnish

Preparation

1.

Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Remove from heat and add the hibiscus tea. Let stand 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the tea bags, pressing hard on the bags.

2.

Transfer to a heatproof pitcher and stir in the ginger, lemon juice and simple syrup. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 4 hours.

3.

Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses, top with ginger ale and garnish each with a lemon wedge and mint sprig, and serve immediately.