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    Hibiscus Simple Syrup

    Published: Dec 29, 2021 · Modified: Jan 29, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 34 Comments

    This Hibiscus Simple Syrup is full of hibiscus flavor with a little hint of spice. You will have a beautiful and versatile syrup you can use in drinks, cocktails, desserts, and more!

    hibiscus syrup in a bottle with dried hibiscus flowers on the table
    Jump to Recipe

    This Hibiscus Simple Syrup is easy to make and full of flavor. Made with dried hibiscus flowers, clove, and cinnamon, you are going to want to put this syrup on everything. And not only is it delicious, but it's also a beautiful deep red color that will make your drinks and desserts pop.

    Are Hibiscus Flowers Edible?

    Yes, hibiscus flowers are edible and most commonly seen in tea or dried. When the flowers are boiled in water, they create a deep red color and can be slightly sour. Hibiscus tea is very common throughout the world and is often used as a medicinal tea.

    Are Hibiscus Flowers Good For You?

    Hibiscus has citric acid (vitamin C), malic acid, and tartaric acid. These acids are usually found in fruits like grapes or in wine. These acids help boost immunity, promote better skin, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, manage inflammation, and improve digestive issues.

    Hibiscus has also been said to reduce blood pressure and enhance digestion. However, according to WebMD, hibiscus may present risks in certain situations, so check with your doctor if needed.

    homemade hibiscus syrup in a bottle and on a spoon

    How to Make Hibiscus Syrup

    1. Place the water and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and stir to dissolve the sugar.
    2. Add the hibiscus flowers, cloves, and cinnamon stick to the pan and bring to a boil. Allow the mixture to boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, and then remove from the heat.
    3. Allow the mixture to cool and steep for at least 1 hour. once cool, strain the solids from the liquid and discard the solids. Place the liquid in a sealable bottle or jar.
    dried hibiscus flowers with sugar and water in a pan to make syrup

    How to store Homemade Hibiscus Syrup

    I like to store my homemade syrups in a sealable glass bottle. They are easy to clean and reusable. If you don't have a bottle you could also use a canning jar with a lid or any other sealable container.

    hibiscus syrup in a glass bottle with cinnamon sticks and cloves

    What to Use Hibiscus Syrup For

    There are always so many things you can do with homemade simple syrup, here are a few ideas:

    • Use it in a cocktail like my Hibiscus Pisco Sour
    • Flavor and sweeten your iced tea
    • Flavor and sweeten your lemonade or limeade
    • Add to your hot tea
    • Pour over pancakes or waffles
    • Make a refreshing drink with sparkling or seltzer water
    • Pour over ice cream
    • Add to your baked goods or frosting
    hibiscus syrup recipe
    hibiscus simple syrup

    Hibiscus Simple Syrup

    This Hibiscus Simple Syrup is full of flavor with a little bit of spice that's delicious in so many things!
    5 from 20 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Cooling Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 cups
    Calories: 35kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • 1 medium saucepan
    • 1 fine-mesh strainer
    • 1 sealable container or bottle

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups water
    • 1 ½ cups sugar
    • ½ cup dried hibiscus flowers
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 5 whole cloves

    Instructions

    • Place the water and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and stir to dissolve the sugar.
    • Add the hibiscus flowers, cloves, and cinnamon stick to the pan and bring to a boil. Allow the mixture to boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, and then remove from the heat.
    • Allow the mixture to cool and steep for at least 1 hour. once cool, strain the solids from the liquid and discard the solids. Place the liquid in a sealable bottle or jar. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.4g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 9.4g | Calcium: 1mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. nancy says

      January 31, 2022 at 2:12 pm

      5 stars
      lovely fragrant syrup

      Reply
    2. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

      January 31, 2022 at 4:32 am

      5 stars
      Not long ago, I read about the health benefits of hibiscus tea. I was curious about how to use it in syrup. Thanks for explaining!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 31, 2022 at 8:37 pm

        You are so welcome. I hope you enjoy the syrup and its benefits!

        Reply
    3. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      January 30, 2022 at 8:15 am

      5 stars
      I love the fruity floral taste of hibiscus. Who knew it was packed so full of health benefits?

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:33 pm

        Even better, right?😁

        Reply
    4. Dawn Conklin says

      January 29, 2022 at 8:47 pm

      5 stars
      My daughters love hibiscus tea so we had to try this hibiscus syrup. This syrup is so easy to make and it's delicious in tea! I am going to try it in baking too, I am sure it will add a great flavor.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:33 pm

        I can say that it does wonders in baking so stay tuned for that recipe. I'm so glad you and your daughters loved this syrup.

        Reply
    5. Jamie says

      January 29, 2022 at 2:49 pm

      5 stars
      I love the gorgeous color of this! So delicious in drinks too.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:34 pm

        Thanks, Jamie! I agree, such an awesome color.

        Reply
    6. connie🥕 says

      January 29, 2022 at 2:31 pm

      5 stars
      Whenever I'm in Mexico, I love having Agua de Jamaica. I can't wait to try this recipe to make my own hibiscus infused tea! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:35 pm

        Oh good, I hope it gets as close as it can and brings back memories. Enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Amy says

      January 29, 2022 at 1:49 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! I can see myself using this syrup for so many things!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:35 pm

        Thanks, Amy!

        Reply
    8. Sue says

      January 29, 2022 at 11:52 am

      5 stars
      What a lovely twist on simple syrup! I can't wait to try it in a few cocktails!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:35 pm

        It's great in cocktails and many other things. I know you are going to love it!

        Reply
    9. Jeri says

      January 28, 2022 at 3:31 pm

      5 stars
      What a beautiful color! Love it over homemade ice cream!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:36 pm

        I'm not sure why I haven't done that yet but it's happening ASAP. Thanks for the reminder, Jeri!

        Reply
    10. Kristina says

      January 28, 2022 at 1:55 pm

      5 stars
      Turned out really well.

      Reply
    11. Lindsay Howerton-Hastings says

      January 28, 2022 at 1:18 pm

      5 stars
      YUM! This drizzled into some champagne is so yummy for the weekend. Fabulous recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:39 pm

        Great way to use it! Thanks for the review 😊

        Reply
    12. Swathi says

      January 28, 2022 at 1:00 pm

      5 stars
      This Hibiscus simple syrup looks delicious.

      Reply
    13. Sabrina says

      January 28, 2022 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      So perfect for adding to champagne and club soda. Perfect , thanks.

      Reply
    14. amanda says

      January 28, 2022 at 12:33 pm

      5 stars
      This syrup is delicious and great for cocktails!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:39 pm

        Yes, thank you, Amanda!

        Reply
    15. Nathan says

      January 28, 2022 at 11:13 am

      5 stars
      I love this hibiscus simple syrup, the cinnamon really brings out the flavor and it's so easy to make. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:41 pm

        I'm so glad you liked it, Nathan.

        Reply
    16. Andrea says

      January 28, 2022 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      What fantastic flavors in this simple syrup. It sounds marvelous and I love how versatile it is.

      Reply
    17. Vanessa says

      January 28, 2022 at 10:04 am

      5 stars
      This was so simple, and I actually had a load of hibiscus I was given for Christmas and didn't know how to use it! So this has been perfect

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:42 pm

        I'm so glad you tried this recipe and already had the hibiscus on hand. Thank you!

        Reply
    18. Beth says

      January 28, 2022 at 9:55 am

      5 stars
      This syrup is so delicious I can eat it with a spoon! We had it for breakfast on French toast. Prima!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 30, 2022 at 8:40 pm

        Sounds wonderful! Thanks for trying the syrup.

        Reply
    19. Catherine says

      January 28, 2022 at 9:41 am

      5 stars
      Love this! Looks so yummy 🙂

      Reply
    20. Geri says

      January 05, 2022 at 9:48 am

      I have stored mixed cloves, cinnamon, Brown sugar and sorrel drink, but long can it remain edible? Thank you.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        January 05, 2022 at 7:04 pm

        Hi Geri! The syrup should last for 2-3 weeks when stored in a sealed container in the fridge. Hope that helps!

        Reply

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