
Appetizers & nibbles
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.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
Instructions
- Rinse the hibiscus flowers quickly under cold water.
- Bring the water to a boil, turn off the heat and add the flowers.
- Let it steep for 10 minutes: the water should turn a beautiful ruby red.
- Strain the infusion through a fine sieve or a clean cloth, then add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
- Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- When serving, add the lemon juice and mint to the glasses.
- Top up with chilled sparkling water and add a few ice cubes if you like.
- 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.

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