Cold Brew Hibiscus Sangria

Make this alcohol-free beverage the night before for an easy, ready-to-pour ruby colored sipper. Need a party batch? Triple your ingredients. Photo by Amanda Rosenblatt.

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1⁄2 cup dried hibiscus petals (or 6 to 8 hibiscus tea bags)

4 cups cold water

1 orange, thinly sliced into rounds

1⁄2 cup pomegranate arils

1 to 2 cinnamon sticks, for subtle spice

Sweetener to taste (local honey or maple syrup work great here)

Sparkling water, for topping, optional

Instructions

In a large pitcher, combine hibiscus with cold water, then add orange slices, pomegranate seeds and cinnamon sticks. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Strain the solids in the morning. Taste and stir in sweetener if using.

Just before serving, pour over ice, top with pomegranate arils and an orange slice. Add a splash of sparkling water for bubbles, if using. Store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.