Hibiscus Rose Mockail

By Natalie Battaglia | Updated June 30, 2024

This low sugar, antioxidant rich mocktail with hibiscus, rose and orange is perfect for any season and only take minutes to assemble. It can also be made as a batch mocktail, making it ideal for parties and gatherings.

Hydrating, rich in flavor and perfectly balanced, this recipe is deliciously decadent and sophisticated. I highly recommend the rose petal rim to enhance the aesthetics of this drink. It would be perfect as a baby shower mocktail too!

Why Youโ€™ll Love This Recipe

Itโ€™s so easy: thereโ€™s no shaker required for this recipe. Once the hibiscus tea is chilled, you can just pour, stir and serve.

Itโ€™s Insta-worthy: I mean, would you just LOOK at how gorgeous that color is? This is one of the recipes I suggest when someone asks me for a bridal or baby shower mocktail. Iโ€™ve also included some handy hints below if youโ€™d like to adapt this into a batch mocktail for guests.

Low sugar: this recipe is sweetener with monk fruit drops, which are sugar-free and zero net carbs. Of course, if youโ€™d prefer, you can choose your own sweetener. Stevia, honey and maple syrup would all work beautifully.

Antioxidant rich: did you know hibiscus tea is rich in antioxidants and has a bunch of other health benefits? For this recipe, I recommend doubling the strength of your tea, not just for the enhanced flavor but the health benefits too.

Ingredients

Chilled hibiscus tea: this recipe can be made using hibiscus tea bags or loose-leaf tea. Just follow the instructions on the packet, but be sure to double the amount of tea they recommend. Once brewed, place in the fridge to chill. I recommend doing this step well in advance (even the day before) to give the tea time to brew and chill.

Sweetener of choice: I used monk fruit sweetener for this because itโ€™s my preferred sweetener, but you can replace this with your sweetener of choice.

Orange juice: if you can, freshly squeezed is best, but definitely not a necessity! Go for bottled if that is easier and more cost effective.

Rose water: rose water is the perfect addition to this mocktail and just happened to pair perfectly with hibiscus. You can find this online or in many supermarkets. Health food shops often carry it too.

Sparkling water or non-alcoholic rosรฉ: my preference for this recipe is non-alcoholic rosรฉ, and you can find my alcohol-free rosรฉ reviews here. I think it gives the mocktail a more adult feel. Having said that, sparkling water also tastes delicious and is obviously more cost effective, so choose the one that works best for you.

Edible rose petals (optional): I love garnishing the rim with edible rose petals, it really makes the aesthetics of the drinks pop and letโ€™s face it โ€“ we taste with our eyes first!

Equipment

Recommended glassware: I love using a wine glass with a gold rim for this recipe because I think pink and gold work beautifully together. A glass tumbler with a gold rim would also be divine!

Measuring instruments: youโ€™ll need something to measure out the quantities of each ingredient. I use a jigger, which is basically a measuring cup for drinks, but if you donโ€™t have one, some measuring spoons or cups work just as well.

Something to stir: there is no shaker required for your hibiscus mocktail, but you will need a spoon with a long handle to stir!

How to make a hibiscus mocktail

Prepare your hibiscus tea according to packet instructions. Be sure to use double the amount of tea that is recommended on the packet. While the tea is still warm, add your sweetener of choice and stir. Set aside to chill.

To create the optional rim: gently brush some honey or maple syrup onto the side of your glass where you would like the edible rose petals to stick. Place your petals on a shall plate or dish and gently roll the sticky rim into the petals, using slight pressure to ensure they stick. Shake off the excess.

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Fill a wine glass with ice and add the hibiscus tea and orange juice.

process shots one and two adding the hibiscus tea to the glass.

Add the rose water, then top with sparkling water or alcohol-free rosรฉ.

process shots 3 and 4 adding the orange juice and rose water.

Stir gently and serve.

process shots five and six adding the sparkling water or non-alcoholic rosรฉ then stirring to combine.

Expert tips and tricks

Prepare your hibiscus tea way in advance โ€“ this can even be done the day before if you prefer. This will give the tea ample chilling time before you need to assemble the mocktail.

To make it a batch mocktail: you can use the calculator in the recipe card below to increase the quantities of each ingredient and work out how much you need. Feel free to comment below if you need help with this! Instead of using a glass, assemble the ingredients in a pitcher without ice. I prefer to put ice in the glasses rather than the pitcher, so the drink isnโ€™t watered down.

When youโ€™re ready to serve, fill the glasses with ice and serve your guests.

close up of pink mocktail recipe in a wine glass that has a gold rim and edible rose petals stuck on the side.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy hibiscus tea?

I purchased mine online โ€“ Amazon has plenty of varieties. Some grocery stores and health food shops also stock it.

Is rose water readily available?

It can be slightly trickier to find, but again, Amazon is generally my saviour here! There are a few varieties available. There are also recipes online to make your own if you are feeling particularly ambitious.

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Hibiscus Rose Mocktail

A low sugar, antioxidant rich mocktail that is easy to make and tastes delicious.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 3 oz chilled hibiscus tea (see note 1)
  • ยฝ-1 teaspoon sweetener of choice (see note 2)
  • 1 oz orange juice
  • ยผ teaspoon rosewater
  • Top with sparkling water or non-alcoholic rosรฉ

Instructions

  • Prepare your hibiscus tea according to packet instructions. Be sure to use double the amount of tea that is recommended on the packet. While the tea is still warm, add your sweetener of choice and stir. Set aside to chill.
  • Fill a wine glass with ice and add the hibiscus tea and orange juice.
  • Add the rose water, then top with sparkling water or alcohol-free rosรฉ.
  • Stir gently and serve.

Notes

Note 1: For the hibiscus tea, be sure to use double the amount of tea that is recommended on the packet. This results in both a stronger flavor and a higher amount of antioxidants.
Note 2:ย I used monk fruit sweetener in this recipe because it is my preferred sweetener. You could use Stevia, honey, maple syrup or any other sweetener of your choice (be mindful this might alter the sugar count).
To make this mocktail as a batch mocktail: you can use the calculator in the recipe card above to increase the quantities of each ingredient and work out how much of each you need. Feel free to comment below if you need help with this! Instead of using a glass, assemble the ingredients in a pitcher without ice. I prefer to put ice in the glasses rather than the pitcher, so the drink isnโ€™t watered down.
When youโ€™re ready to serve, fill the glasses with ice and serve your guests.

Nutrition

Serving: 250ml | Calories: 14kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

NUTRITIONAL VALUES ARE ESTIMATES ONLY AND DO NOT INCLUDE CARBS FROM SUGAR ALCOHOLS.

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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
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6 Comments

  1. Hello! I'm looking forward to making this for a friend's baby shower. How much alcohol free rosรฉ is needed? The amount isn't listed in the ingredients.

    Thanks in advance!

    1. Hi Kailey,
      Thanks so much for the question! I'll have to update that in the recipe, thanks for flagging. I added 2oz but it want some extra fizz you can definitely add a little extra.
      Enjoy!
      Cheers
      Nat

  2. 5 stars
    made this on a couple of occasions now and it has went down a treat. the colour is amazing and it's tastes fabulous. I used sparkling water both times and it was perfect.