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    Hibiscus Margarita

    Published: Aug 30, 2019 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Aug 26, 2020 · 781 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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    Margaritas are the quintessential vacation drink, and also a fabulous option for game day. This Hibiscus Margarita is a new approach to a beloved cocktail that offers vibrant colors and a surprisingly delicious flavor twist. This one will make all the grown-ups happy!

    This is a sponsored conversation brought to you by Torani. All opinions are my own. #ToraniTailgate

    Side photo of a Hibiscus Margarita in a traditional margarita glass on a white background.

    Game Day Just Got Better Thanks to This Hibiscus Margarita!

    I grew up in a college town, so game day has always been a big part of my life.

    As a young child, I wasn't a fan of football and resented being dragged along to games, or forced to watch them on our only TV at home.

    As I got older, I caught the team spirit bug, and now I can honestly say that fall is my favorite time of year. Because of football!

    I look forward to each game day, and get a little obsessive about how my team is doing.

    As much as I love the game, I am even more passionate about planning the menu.

    Because everyone knows you have to plan a great menu for tailgating. (Or homegating!)

    First up, drinks!

    I think you will love this Hibiscus Margarita just as much as I do! It is a fun twist on a classic and you may never look back to the original.

    I've made it with Torani Sugar-Free Lime Syrup, which is such an easy way to add flavor to your drinks.

    It mixes well and is crafted to bring out the best in your drinks. Made with simple and thoughtfully sourced ingredients, I love how Torani syrups inspire me to get creative!

    The best part? One flavor can create endless recipes. Lime is great in this margarita, and would also be good to make lime soda and to add to a smoothie.

    For a simple everyday treat, I like to stir a spoonful into iced tea.

    Overhead photo of a bottle of Torani Sugar Free Lime Syrup.

    How to Make a Hibiscus Margarita

    1 First, make the hibiscus syrup. Bring water to a boil and add hibiscus tea or flowers. Steep for 30 minutes.

    2 Drain.

    3 Transfer the tea to a glass container, and add the Torani Sugar Free Lime Syrup. (You can use plastic, but Hibiscus can stain a bit.)

    4 Next, prepare your glasses. Combine sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl or plate.

    5 Coat the rim of your glasses with lime juice.

    6 And then dip in the sugar coating.

    7 Finally, combine 1 ½ ounces tequila, 2 ounces chilled hibiscus syrup, and 1 tablespoon lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Shake to combine and serve over ice.

    Variations for This Recipe:

    • To make a Spicy Hibiscus Margarita, thinly slice 3 serrano chile peppers. Divide among the 10 glasses and add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to each glass.
    • For an fun twist, add 1 teaspoon orange extract to the Hibiscus Syrup.
    Side photo of a Hibiscus Margarita with Hibiscus Flowers around it.

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    Hibiscus Margarita Recipe

    When game day arrives, few things hit the spot like a cold, refreshing drink! This drink has just 5-ingredients (other than the optional glass coating), and is so flavorful!

    If you like this recipe don't forget to leave a 5 star rating and let me know how it went in the below comments, I love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and PINTEREST to see all my delicious recipes.
    Side photo of a Hibiscus Margarita against a white background.
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    5 from 3 votes

    Hibiscus Margarita

    This dreamy drink conjures up memories of my first cruise to the Caribbean. It is a deliciously sweet drink while remaining entirely sugar-free. For an alcohol-free version, substitute lime sparkling water for the tequila.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: drinks
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 137kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Ingredients

    Hibiscus Syrup

    • 2 cups water
    • 16 bags Hibiscus Tea or 1 cup hibiscus flowers
    • ⅔ cup Torani Sugar Free Lime Syrup

    For the Glasses

    • 2 tablespoons erythritol or sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon
    • 1 lime juiced

    Put it Together

    • 20 ounces Silver Tequila
    • 20 ounces Hibiscus Syrup
    • 10 tablespoons lime juice

    Instructions

    Make the Hibiscus Syrup

    • Bring water to a boil.
    • Add hibiscus tea or hibiscus flowers. Steep for 30 minutes.
    • Drain. Add Lime Torani and stir well.
    • Chill for at least an hour.

    For the Glasses

    • Combine sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
    • Coat the rim of the glass with lime juice. Dip in the sugar mixture to coat.

    For Each Drink

    • Combine 2 ounces tequila, 2 ounces chilled hibiscus syrup, and 1 tablespoon lime juice in a cocktail shaker.
    • Shake to combine.
    • Serve over ice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

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    About Wendy Polisi

    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Annemarie LeBlanc

      September 05, 2019 at 5:44 am

      5 stars
      I have never had hibiscus margarita before but this sounds really refreshing. I would need this for my weekend relax time! Thank you for sharing the recipe.

      Reply
    2. Ruchi Verma

      September 05, 2019 at 6:30 am

      This is so tempting and easy to make ..I will sure try this weekend!!

      Reply
    3. Emman Damian

      September 05, 2019 at 8:27 am

      5 stars
      Hibiscus Margarita is one of the drinks I would really want to try soon. I hope to try your recipe. It seems very easy to do.

      Reply
    4. Kelly Martin

      September 05, 2019 at 10:20 am

      This hibiscus margarita looks amazing! I love the colour.

      Reply
    5. Gervin Khan

      September 05, 2019 at 12:48 pm

      I don't drink but it looks delicious. I am sure my sister will love it as she always wanted to try new taste with her drinks.

      Reply
    6. WanderlustBeautyDreams

      September 05, 2019 at 2:06 pm

      This looks so delicious and easy to make. Will try it out his weekend, thanks for this recipe!

      Reply
    7. Emily M Fata

      September 05, 2019 at 3:10 pm

      Oh my goodness, this looks like such a delicious recipe! With so many autumn parties coming up in the near future, this would be a great thing to make when either hosting your own, or being invited to someone else’s!

      Reply
    8. Lohas Canada

      September 05, 2019 at 3:21 pm

      I love hibiscus! It is so flavorful and tasty. I'll have to give this one a go. I've done Hibiscus kombucha before and it was lovely!

      Reply
    9. Sarah M

      September 06, 2019 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      I have never tried hibiscus margarita but it looks delicious to try. I like the way you shared the recipe in detail. Thanks for this.

      Reply

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