Decoction

Words + Photography by: Paulette Phlipot

Decoction: Hibiscus, Rosehips, Hawthorn

1 tablespoon dried hibiscus flowers

1 teaspoon dried rosehips

1/2 teaspoon dried hawthorn berries

Place ingredients into a small saucepan on the stovetop, cover with about 2 cups cold water. Cover saucepan with a lid and heat to a simmer, then allow it to continue simmering covered for about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and strain. To sweeten, add a little honey or maple syrup once decoction has cooled slightly.

Once cooled completely, this is great served over ice. Don’t forget to sweeten it a bit. A squeeze of lime is nice too!

Recipe originally published in Sun Valley Magazine.