Blushing Bloom
A non-alcoholic delight featuring hibiscus tea's vibrant color and tartness, mellowed by a hint of vanilla and brightened by fresh grapefruit juice, creating a sophisticated and refreshing sip.
Ingredients
- 4 oz chilled hibiscus tea
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz vanilla syrup
- 2 dashes alcohol-free aromatic bitters
Instructions
- Combine hibiscus tea, grapefruit juice, vanilla syrup, and alcohol-free aromatic bitters in a shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled (about 15-20 seconds).
- Strain into a coupe glass.
- Garnish with a delicate grapefruit twist.
Glassware: Coupe
Garnish: Grapefruit twist
History
Herbal tea infusions for flavor and color are an ancient practice, but modern mixology embraces them to create complex, alcohol-free beverages that stand shoulder-to-shoulder with their spirited counterparts.