4 C. cold water
1 C. dried hibiscus flowers (1 1/2 oz.)
1/3 C. sugar, or to taste
2 C. ice
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add flowers.
Simmer mixture 5 minutes and remove pan from heat.
Let mixture stand 30 minutes to infuse.
Pour infusion through a sieve into a glass pitcher,
pressing on solids, and discard flowers.
Add sugar and ice, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
Chill cooler and stir before serving.
Makes 6 cups.