Hibiscus Pomegranate Cooler

This refreshing drink is festive and nutritious!  Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants and their flavor pairs wonderfully with hibiscus tea.  Add sparkling water, a splash of orange juice and frozen berries for a delicious “mocktail”.

Yields:

• 9 cups

Ingredients:

• 9 lemon-hibiscus tea bags (such as “Lemon Zinger”)
• 4 cups boiling water
• 4 cups cold water or sparkling water
• 1 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice
• 1 orange, sliced into rounds
• 3 sprigs fresh mint
•  Pomegranate arils for garnish
• Frozen strawberries
• Frozen blueberries

Instructions:

1. Pour boiling water over the tea bags and let steep for 5 minutes.
2. Remove tea bags.  Pour the tea into a pitcher. Stir in the cold water (or sparkling water) and pomegranate juice.
3. Add the orange slices and mint and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until well chilled.
4. Add the frozen strawberries and blueberries to individual glasses when serving.
5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and pomegranate arils.

Source:

The Longevity Kitchen Cookbook by Rebecca Katz