SUGAR FREE Refreshing Hibiscus Fruit Drink

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried Hibiscus Flowers (rinsed)
• 2 pieces Star Anise (whole)
• 4 pieces Cloves (whole)
• 1 tsp Quinquina Seeds (optional aromatic seed)
• 1 tsp Calabash Nuts (Wediaba) (optional, crushed)
• 1 inch Fresh Ginger (sliced (or grated for stronger flavor))
• 2 pieces Apple (cored and sliced)
• 2 pieces Orange (peeled and sliced, skins cleaned thoroughly)
• 1 cup Canned Pineapple Chunks (drained, juice reserved)
• 1 liter Apple Juice (100% pure, no added sugar)
• 1 liter Grape Juice (100% pure, no added sugar)
• 1 liter Pineapple Juice (100% pure, no added sugar)
• 4 cup Water (boiling for steeping)

Instructions

1. Rinse Hibiscus

   Place the dried hibiscus flowers in a fine mesh sieve and rinse quickly under running water to remove dust or foreign particles.

   Time: PT2M

2. Combine Hibiscus, Spices, and Ginger

   Transfer the rinsed hibiscus into a large mixing bowl. Add star anise, cloves, quinquina seeds, calabash nuts, and the sliced ginger. Stir briefly to distribute the spices.

   Time: PT1M

3. Steep with Boiling Water

   Boil 4 cups of water in a kettle or saucepan. Pour the boiling water over the hibiscus‑spice mixture, cover, and let steep for 10‑15 minutes.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 100°C

4. Strain Hibiscus Juice

   Using the fine mesh sieve (or cheesecloth), strain the mixture into a clean container, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard or set aside the chaff for later use.

   Time: PT3M

5. Cool Hibiscus Juice

   Allow the strained hibiscus juice to come to room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator to chill completely (about 30 minutes).

   Time: PT30M

6. Prepare Fresh Fruit

   Core and slice the apples, peel and slice the oranges (ensure skins are clean), and drain the canned pineapple chunks, reserving the juice.

   Time: PT5M

7. Assemble Fruit in Dispenser

   Place the sliced apples, oranges, and pineapple chunks into a large dispenser or punch bowl. You may also add other fruits like frozen grapes or strawberries if desired.

   Time: PT1M

8. Add Juices and Mix

   Pour the chilled hibiscus juice over the fruit, then add equal parts (1 L each) of apple juice, grape juice, and pineapple juice. Stir gently to combine.

   Time: PT2M

9. Chill and Serve

   Cover the dispenser, refrigerate for another 5 minutes to let flavors meld, then serve over ice cubes in glasses.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

140

Protein

0.5 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

1 g