Hibiscus Drink (Karkadeh)

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried hibiscus
• 1 cup sugar, or to taste
• 1 liter boiling water
• Optional flavorings: berry essence, rose water, tamarind

Method

1. Add the hibiscus to the boiling water for 10 minutes and leave to steep overnight.
2. Strain, add more water and squeeze the flowers well by hand until the color lightens. Add the sugar.
3. Freeze until icy and serve very cold.