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Recipe for Hibiscus Lemonade with Ginger Syrup (Traditional Red Punch)

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers
  • 3 cups boiling water
  • 6 fresh lemons
  • 5 oz fresh ginger grated & peeled
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups of ice
  • 8-10 sliced strawberries
  • 1 in medium-size orange blood orange was usedthe original recipe

Instructions
 

  • Peel and grate ginger in a saucepan. Next, add 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar. Let simmer on medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes. Let cool. Then strain.
  • In a tea kettle or pot boil 3 cups of water. Place Hibiscus Flowers in a heat and stain-proof bowl or teapot. Next, pour the boiling water over the flowers.
  • Set aside and let steep for 10-15 minutes.
  • Next juice the 6 lemons in a bowl.
  • Strain the Hibiscus tea and add the liquid to a pitcher. Add lemon juice, ginger syrup, and ice. Stir well. Add sliced strawberries and oranges. Serve.