Description
A deeply flavored hibiscus syrup with subtle wood-fired notes. Beautiful in cocktails, iced tea, lemonade, or drizzled over desserts.
Ingredients
- 3 oz dried hibiscus flowers
- 12 cups water
- 6 cups white sugar
Instructions
1.
Preheat your grill to 225°F. If available, use a Super Smoke setting.
2.
Place the hibiscus flowers in a disposable aluminum half pan and pour in 12 cups of water.
3.
Place the pan on the grill and smoke for 3½–4 hours, or until the liquid has reduced by half.
4.
Remove from the grill and strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer to remove the hibiscus flowers.
5.
While the liquid is still hot, stir in 6 cups of white sugar until completely dissolved.
6.
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and place on the stovetop.
7.
Simmer gently and reduce the syrup by an additional ⅓ to concentrate the flavor.
8.
Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
9.
Transfer to sealed containers and refrigerate for future use.
Uses
- Cocktails and mocktails
- Hibiscus sweet or unsweet tea
- Lemonade
- Dessert syrups and glazes
Storage
Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 3 weeks.
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