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Bissap pétillant

A refreshing drink made from dried hibiscus flowers, with a tart, ruby-red flavour lifted by lemon and bubbles. Very popular in Togo during the hot season.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Rinse the hibiscus flowers quickly under cold water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, turn off the heat and add the flowers.
  3. Let it steep for 10 minutes: the water should turn a beautiful ruby red.
  4. Strain the infusion through a fine sieve or a clean cloth, then add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
  5. Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. When serving, add the lemon juice and mint to the glasses.
  7. Top up with chilled sparkling water and add a few ice cubes if you like.
  8. Serve right away to keep the bubbles.

Variations and tips

Sugar-free bissap. Replace the sugar with honey or a sugar-free alternative, tasting before serving.

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Original Ecomely recipe.