How to Make Sweet Hibiscus Flower Syrup

This is a base for a very refreshing drink on hot days. Hibiscus flowers are edible and they're one of the nicest of the edible flower range.

Ingredients

  • 5g hibiscus flowers
  • 250ml/8.4 oz water
  • 100g/3.5 oz sugar

Steps

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    Place the hibiscus flowers in the saucepan. Pour in the water.
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    Bring to the boil. Then remove from the heat immediately.
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    Set aside for the flavor to infuse for 15 minutes.
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    Strain the mixture to remove the hibiscus flowers. Return the strained liquid back to the saucepan and add the sugar.
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    Slowly bring the mixture to a boil, all the while stirring to help the sugar dissolve.
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    Cook until it reduces to a syrup. Remove from the heat and leave to cool down. Pour into a bottle for storing in the fridge if you're not using the syrup straight away.
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    To make a drink:
    • Pour a good serving of the syrup into a glass.
    • Add soda water, lemonade, plain water or other liquid of choice.
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    Add ice and it's ready to enjoy.
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    Finished.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How long can you store the syrup?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Homemade hibiscus syrup lasts fairly well, if stored correctly in a cool, dry place. It can last 3-6 months in these conditions.
  • Question
    Can I use cane sugar instead of normal sugar?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Cane sugar will work, but it may be a bit harder to dissolve than regular soap.
  • Question
    Can you use yellow hibiscus?
    Idabelle
    Idabelle
    Community Answer
    Yes, of course. For this recipe, the color of the hibiscus doesn't matter, unless you want your drink to be a certain color.

Things You'll Need

  • Saucepan
  • Stirring implement
  • Strainer or sieve
  • Bottle for keeping syrup in (optional)

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Updated: April 2, 2020
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Categories: Syrups | Edible Flowers
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