Who needs a Monday cocktail? It is (finally) a gorgeous, sunny summer day here in the Pacific Northwest. And a cool, refreshing drink sounded just perfect.
We’re bringing back a few infusions that we made a while back, but they are perfect for this summer beverage.
Hibiscus Lemonade (serves 2)
2 oz Fresh squeezed lemon juice
2 oz Hibiscus Brandy
2 oz Lemongrass Vodka
1 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
6 oz club soda
Mix the first 4 ingredients in a shaker, and stir well to combine. Divide among two tall glasses filled with ice, add club soda, stir and enjoy!
Cheers!
Boozed + Infused 
July 9, 2012 at 10:07 pm
Looks great as always!
July 10, 2012 at 7:52 am
Thanks!
July 10, 2012 at 1:23 am
I’ve always wondered if there was a comparable taste to hibiscus so I could tell if I would like it – got any ideas?
July 10, 2012 at 10:10 pm
Well, good question… And I don’t know how to answer it. I just sampled a bit on its own to see if I could answer your question, but I still can’t. It doesnt taste floral to me, but not really fruity either. Just an interesting flavor that pairs and mingles really well with citrus flavors.
If anyone else has a good answer, please let us know! Thanks!
July 11, 2012 at 1:49 am
It’s good to know it doesn’t taste floral – not my favorite taste….hopefully someone will answer!
July 10, 2012 at 8:05 am
This looks so refreshing and pretty!
July 10, 2012 at 9:45 pm
Thank you -that hibiscus infusion is such a rich color!
July 10, 2012 at 9:34 am
Sounds delicious-maybe you are in charge of drinks at the Reunion ???
July 10, 2012 at 9:45 pm
Sounds good to me! I just started a blueberry-orange gin and it should be ready just in time.
July 10, 2012 at 9:11 pm
I made a hibiscus cosmo once. My Mexican fried said it was almost healthy due to the powers of hibiscus 😉 These look amazing!
July 10, 2012 at 9:42 pm
That sounds wonderful! By any chance do you remember the recipe?
July 11, 2012 at 7:40 am
Here it is: http://russianmomcooks.com/2012/01/10/hibiscus_cosmo/
July 11, 2012 at 8:21 pm
Thank you! They look gorgeous and sound super delicious! I will definitely have to try them.
July 11, 2012 at 1:59 pm
This looks very refreshing for a hot summer day.
July 11, 2012 at 8:22 pm
It sure is… Sounds like you could use one too!
July 11, 2012 at 3:21 pm
Looks so yummy and refreshing, as usual!
July 11, 2012 at 8:22 pm
Well it was, and as usual, wish you could have tried one too!
July 11, 2012 at 3:38 pm
Delicious looking!!
July 11, 2012 at 8:23 pm
Thank you! It’s the hibiscus, the color is so vibrant (and it tastes goo too!)
July 13, 2012 at 12:22 pm
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July 14, 2012 at 10:12 pm
Thank you!!!