The floral tartness of hibiscus in a refreshing cocktail makes for the perfect spring drink. Moreover, it goes well with a wide range of popular beverages and ingredients, offering many different combinations of flavors that are as enjoyable to mix as they are to drink.
Whether you’re having an Easter dinner, Mothers Day brunch or hosting a party, you can’t go wrong pairing these drinks with seasonal greens and fresh vegetable meals.
So if you enjoy cocktails with tart, flowery flavors, read on for some of the best hibiscus cocktails.
Best Hibiscus Cocktails
This martini has a few extra steps (namely brewing a perfect cup of hibiscus tea), but this only adds to the unique depth of flavors. The combination of tart hibiscus, smooth vodka, and sweet orange liqueur make this an exceptional and heavenly cocktail.
This recipe asks you to make your own hibiscus simple syrup, and you won’t regret the effort. The bubbles in a Spritz are the perfect refreshment for spring, and hibiscus and vodka are the perfect pairings of smooth and tart.
You can use the simple syrup in this recipe to make up to 8 spritzes, but whether you share or keep this drink all to yourself is up to you.
A salt-rimmed glass, boozy tequila, citrusy orange liqueur, and delicious floral hibiscus work together in this recipe to make the ultimate gorgeous pink margarita. This drink has the punch of a usual margarita but isn't so sweet that it will make your teeth hurt.
If you want to step away from the usual tart and sweet cocktails, you’ll find a unique drink in this cocktail. Cinnamon, vodka, hibiscus, and a few fruity ingredients create the perfect spicy concoction for early spring or fall.
You’ll have to simmer a few ingredients to make the base for this drink, but the heavenly aroma alone will leave you wanting to make a whole batch of Vodka Sours.
You’ll have to make a hibiscus simple syrup for this drink, but you can store extras in the fridge for up to three weeks, meaning you can enjoy this cocktail all month long.
This recipe combines Blanco tequila and rosè with a few other secret ingredients to make one of the most refreshing drinks you’ll try all spring.
Everyone knows the secret ingredient to a perfect Paloma is fresh grapefruit juice, and a hibiscus Paloma is no different. The tart and floral hibiscus blend perfectly with the sweet citrus of grapefruit. Combine this blend with Blanco tequila, and you have the ideal spring cocktail.
This recipe uses homemade hibiscus simple syrup (you can save the extras for later!) with lemonade and smooth vodka for a fantastic seasonal drink. This recipe serves two, so you can enjoy this drink with a loved one or keep both for yourself.
The underlying floral flavors in a good gin provide an excellent complement to the floral flavors in hibiscus. Combine this flowery touch with the tart citrus of lemon, and you’ve got a winning combination perfect for any season.
Nothing says the weather’s getting warm quite like iced tea. Combining iced tea with hibiscus, orange vodka, and sparkling water creates the ideal warm-day drink that simply can’t be beaten. This drink serves 6, so it’s perfect for springtime dinner parties.
Cheers!
These unique hibiscus cocktails are perfect for spring or any time of year. Their fruity, floral, and sometimes spicy flavors create a special kind of beverage you won’t find with any other drink base.
Do you have a favorite hibiscus cocktail? Leave a comment and tell us all about it!
Hibiscus Cocktails
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pick your favorite recipe
- Gather all the needed ingredients
- Prep a summer cocktail in less than 5 minutes
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