Hibiscus Tea and Pomegranate Mocktail

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups water
  • 4 hibiscus tea bags
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey (adjust to taste)
  • Sparkling water to top off
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange slices and pomegranate seeds for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Brew the Tea:

    • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat and add the hibiscus tea bags. Let them steep for about 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags and allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
  2. Sweeten the Tea:

    • While the tea is still warm, stir in the honey until it dissolves completely.
  3. Mix the Mocktail:

    • In a pitcher, combine the cooled hibiscus tea, pomegranate juice, and orange juice. Stir well to mix.
  4. Chill:

    • Refrigerate the mixture until it's thoroughly chilled.
  5. Serve:

    • Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the mocktail over the ice, filling about three-quarters of the glass.
    • Top off each glass with sparkling water for a fizzy touch.
  6. Garnish and Enjoy:

    • Garnish with orange slices and pomegranate seeds. Give it a final stir and serve immediately.

 

This Hibiscus Tea and Pomegranate Mocktail not only looks impressive with its deep red color but also offers a perfect balance of flavors that's sure to please any palate. It’s an ideal choice for a festive occasion or when you’re in the mood for something special and refreshing.