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This is a vibrant and healthful drink that combines the tangy notes of apple cider vinegar with the floral essence of rosehips and dried hibiscus flowers. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, this cider offers a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, with an optional kick of fresh ginger root for added warmth and spice. Enjoy chilled or serve hot. With the antioxidant-rich benefits of hibiscus and rosehips, this cider is as nourishing as it is delicious.

 

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Ingredients

  • 120g apple cider vinegar
  • 25g rose hips
  • 20g dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1400ml water (6 cups)
  • 3 tbsp sweetener – eg: maple/honey
  • Additional: 25g sliced ginger root

Method

  1. In a large pot, add the water and rose hips (and ginger if you’re using it). Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce the heat to a simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Turn the heat off, add the hibiscus flowers and cover.Steep for 10 minutes.
  4. Strain and add the apple cider vinegar and sweetener.
  5. You can serve this hot or store it in glass jars with tight lids in the refrigerator for up to three days.

This recipe was provided by our brilliant retreat chef Aimee Walker. See Aimee on Instagram for more delicious recipes.

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