Flavor, appearance, and even just the way it's served make a cosmo feel like more of an experience than a drink at times. This hibiscus tea cosmopolitan is a unique take on the classic with the same red appearance but a more floral rather than fruity flavor experience.
A good cosmopolitan is worth its weight in gold, or at least something that's pretty valuable. It's no wonder it's one of the most popular cocktails in the world.
What are you to do when the traditional cosmo or peach bellini just can't satisfy you like it used to? You just need to mix things up, and this hibiscus cosmo is the perfect way to do it. Fruity, fun and fragrant, it's the perfect change of pace that reminds you exactly why you fell in love with this drink in the first place.
One sip of the delicious cocktail and you'll be hooked. While you might not normally think of putting tea into a mixed drink, it's a perfect complement to the flavor profile of the traditional cosmopolitan as well as a great color booster.
I also have this pumpkin spice martini that I think you'll love.
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🌺Ingredients
- vodka - Choose a high quality vodka.
- hibiscus tea - Not all grocery stores carry hibiscus tea but you can easily find it online.
- triple sec - Triple sec is orange liqueur.
- maraschino cherries - To be used as a garnish. An alternative garnish that I like to use if I have it on hand are hibiscus flowers in syrup. You could even use the syrup from the jar instead of a simple syrup.
- simple syrup - This is optional. If you don't find the drink sweet enough for you, add a touch of syrup.
*Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.
🍸How to Make it
Step 1. Heat the water and infuse the tea for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bag and let it cool.
Step 2. Add the vodka, hibiscus tea, triple sec and some ice to a large cocktail shaker. Optional: Add a touch of simple syrup if you like it sweet. Shake it well.
Chef's Note: Alternatively, if you don't have a large cocktail shaker, combine the ingredients in a pitcher. It can be chilled in the fridge or add some ice when serving.
Step 3. Pour the cosmo into each martini glass.
Step 4. Serve immediately with a cherry garnish.
Chef's Note: Hibiscus tea isn't where this has to end. You can use all kinds of different teas when making a cosmo so long as they seem like they might have a compatible flavor profile.
✔️Joss' Tips
- For tea, it's better to use hot water than boiling water as it's more gentle on the tea leaves and will extract more flavor.
- To speed up the cooling of the tea, transfer it to the fridge.
- While it's best served within a few hours of brewing, you can make this drink ahead of time and chill it in the fridge for up to two days.
- To half the recipe to fit into a smaller cocktail shaker (for only 2 servings) you can use:
- 4 ounces vodka
- 3 ounces of the hibiscus tea
- 1.5 ounces triple sec
❓Hibiscus Cosmo FAQs
Hibiscus tea is tart, tangy and fruity. Some say it has a similar flavor to rhubarb and raspberry.
The nice thing about this cosmopolitan is it can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, making it a great make-ahead drink option.
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📋Recipe
Hibiscus Tea Cosmo
Ingredients
- 8 ounces vodka - equivalent to 1 cup
- ¾ cup water
- 1 bag hibiscus tea
- 3 ounces triple sec - this is an orange liqueur
- ice cubes
- maraschino cherries - to serve
- simple syrup - optional
Instructions
- Heat the water and infuse the tea for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bag and let it cool.¾ cup water, 1 bag hibiscus tea
- Add the vodka, hibiscus tea, triple sec and some ice to a large cocktail shaker. Optional: Add a touch of simple syrup if you like it sweet. Shake it well.8 ounces vodka, 3 ounces triple sec
- Alternatively, if you don't have a large cocktail shaker, combine the ingredients in a pitcher. It can be chilled in the fridge or add some ice when serving.
- Pour into each martini glass and serve with a cherry.
Notes
- For tea, it's better to use hot water than boiling water as it's more gentle on the tea leaves and will extract more flavor.
- To speed up the cooling of the tea, transfer it to the fridge.
- While it's best served within a few hours of brewing, you can make this drink ahead of time and chill it in the fridge for up to two days.
- For an alternative garnish, try some hibiscus flowers in syrup. You could even use the syrup from the jar instead of a simple syrup.
- To half the recipe to fit into a smaller cocktail shaker (for only 2 servings) you can use:
- 4 ounces vodka
- 3 ounces of the hibiscus tea
- 1.5 ounces triple sec
Nutrition
Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.
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