Built like a gin and tonic, this spritz combines the bright, floral flavors of hibiscus syrup, mint, fizzy soda water, herbal gin, and a zing of lime juice. It’s an easy-drinking, warm-weather sipper meant for end-of-summer celebrations.
Pittsburgh no-and-low-alcohol shop The Open Road Bar has plenty of alternatives. Try this cocktail with the Avec Hibiscus & Pomegranate mixer for a deeper, berry-forward flavor.
This cocktail also responds well to improvisation! If it’s too sweet, cut out the simple syrup. Or, swap the plain syrup for a raspberry-infused variety. Emphasize the floral notes of hibiscus by adding in a touch of elderflower liqueur, or play to the garden feel by throwing in a few leaves of basil.
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Hibiscus and Mint Spritz
Description
Refreshing for those hot days when alcohol is too draining.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Hibiscus syrup, soda water, and mint to top
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Add in the gin, lime juice, and simple syrup, giving a quick stir to mix.
- Top off with the soda water, filling the glass to the top and add a drop of hibiscus syrup to the top.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves, raspberries, or lime wedge.
Recipe by Maggie Weaver
Styling by Keith Recker
Photography by Dave Bryce
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