Blue Heron Hibiscus-Pineapple Cooler
Tart hibiscus tea and pineapple make a vivid, caffeine-free chilled drink. White rum is the best match for hibiscus and pineapple; vodka also works. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Food safety
Refrigerate brewed tea promptly and use within 3 days.
Equipment
- Heat-safe teapot or saucepan
- strainer
- pitcher
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 3 cups hibiscus tea, brewed and chilled (720 ml)
- 1 cup pineapple juice (240 ml)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 cups ice (280 g)
- 4 pineapple wedges, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey
- optional
- 1 cup hot water for brewing (240 ml)
- included in tea preparation
Directions
Brew hibiscus tea according to package directions and cool it promptly.
Refrigerate until cold.
Stir tea, pineapple juice, and lime juice in a pitcher.
Taste and sweeten lightly if needed.
Serve over ice with pineapple wedges.
Skill taught
Pairing a tart herbal infusion with fruit juice.
Affordable substitution
Use chilled unsweetened cranberry-apple juice diluted with water if hibiscus tea is unavailable.
Optional variation
Add sparkling water to each glass. Adult pairing note: White rum is the best match for hibiscus and pineapple; vodka also works. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Leftovers and storage
Keep covered in the refrigerator; stir before pouring.