Hibiscus and Cardamon Cooler
Bright, floral and citrusy this Hibiscus and Cardamon cooler is refreshing and so easy to make! Delicious on it's own, you can also add a bit of tequila or your favorite silver rum for a fabulous sipper that's good any time of year!!!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: beverage
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 215kcal
- ½ cup Melissa's Jamaica blossoms
- 4 cups hot water
- ¼ - ½ cup cardamon syrup
- Cardamon syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 Tbsp. lightly crushed green cardamon pods
For the Syrup: Bring the sugar, water and cardamon pods to a boil. Reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for ½ hour. Strain and refrigerate.
For the Hibiscus Cooler:
In a large pitcher, combine the Hibiscus flowers with the hot water. Let steep for 15 minutes. Strain and refrigerate until cold. Stir in ¼ cardamon syrup. Add more by tablespoons until the cooler is sweetened to your taste.
Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 6.2mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 3.1mg