Hibiscus Ginger Tea and Martini Recipe - This recipe’s delicate floral essence–laced with a bright citrusy note mixed with ginger makes for the best iced tea…..or martini...that one could ask for.
Add water, ginger, and dried hibiscus flowers to a large pot.
Bring the water to a boil. Allow the ginger and hibiscus flowers to boil in the water for 3-5 minutes.
Let the tea cool down in temperature. Then strain out the ginger and dried flowers.
Serve over ice.
Hibiscus-Ginger Simple Syrup
Cut a 2 inch piece of ginger into thin slices. (no need to peel)
Add 1 1/2 cups of water, 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 1 large handful of dried hibiscus flowers, and the sliced ginger to a small saucepan.
Bring to a boil. Cover, and remove from heat.
Allow the infusion to steep until cooled to room temperature. Strain out the flowers and ginger, reserving some for garnishes.
Hibiscus Ginger Martini
Shaken - add the hibiscus-ginger simple-syrup to the cocktail shaker with the vodka/gin and club soda/seltzer. Shake a few times, then pour into martini glass.
Stirred - In a short glass, add the hibiscus-ginger simple-syrup, vodka/gin and club soda/seltzer. Stir all together until fully blended and then pour into your martini glass.
Add Garnish on top for some extra flair!
Notes
There are so many different ways to use that hibiscus ginger simple syrup, have fun with it and let me know of any great recipes you create with it!