Hibiscus Tequila Cocktail Recipe
This bright and floral cocktail combines dried hibiscus flowers with silver tequila for a refreshing drink perfect for warm weather gatherings.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Muddler
- Highball glass
- Ice cube tray
- Small pot (for simple syrup)
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz hibiscus syrup
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Dried hibiscus flowers for garnish
- Lime wheel for garnish
For hibiscus syrup:
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
- Make the hibiscus syrup first. Bring water to a boil in a small pot.
- Add dried hibiscus flowers and sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain and cool completely.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, hibiscus syrup, lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with a splash of club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with a dried hibiscus flower and lime wheel.
Notes
The hibiscus syrup keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Use 100% agave silver tequila for the best results.
Make sure all ingredients are cold before mixing for the ideal temperature.
For a spicy twist, add 2-3 thin jalapeño slices to the shaker.
Double strain if you want to remove small ice shards from the final drink.