Hop Water
Refreshingly unique, hop water is a delightful beverage that combines the floral and herbal notes of hops with a touch of sweetness and citrus. Perfect for any occasion, this non-alcoholic drink is an excellent alternative to soda or beer. It’s simple to make and can be customized with your favorite herbs for added flavor. Enjoy a revitalizing sip of summer anytime you need a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Non-Alcoholic
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of dried hops (such as Cascade or Citra)
- 1 teaspoon of natural sweetener (like agave syrup or honey)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Ice cubes (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (like mint or basil, optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add the dried hops.
- Cover the saucepan and let the hops steep for about 15-20 minutes.
- Strain the hop infusion into a pitcher, discarding the hops.
- Stir in the natural sweetener and lemon juice until fully dissolved.
- Allow the hop water to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
- Serve over ice if desired, and garnish with fresh herbs for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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