Hibiscus Tea Martini Cocktail Recipe
This simple yet elegant cocktail combines the bright, tart flavor of hibiscus tea with premium vodka and a splash of citrus for a refreshing drink.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Cocktail strainer
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Martini glass
- Ice
- Small saucepan (for tea)
Ingredients
- 2 oz premium vodka
- 1.5 oz hibiscus tea cooled
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Ice for shaking
- Lime wheel or dried hibiscus flower for garnish
- For the hibiscus tea:
- 2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions
- Make the hibiscus tea by steeping dried flowers in hot water for 5 minutes. Strain and let cool.
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add vodka, cooled hibiscus tea, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or dried hibiscus flower.
Notes
The tea can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
A stronger tea creates a deeper red color and more intense flavor.
The drink can be made sweeter by adding more simple syrup in 0.25 oz increments.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with cold sparkling water and serve over ice.