Instructions

1. Put 4 cups of the water and the sugar in a medium saucepan. Add optional cinnamon, ginger slices, and/or a few allspice berries. Heat until boiling and the sugar has dissolved.
2. Remove from heat. Stir in the dried hibiscus flowers. Cover and steep for 20 minutes.
3. Strain into a pitcher and discard the used hibiscus flowers. Store the concentrate chilled until ready to make the drink.
4. Add the remaining 4 cups of water and lime juice to the concentrate.
5. Serve over ice with a slice of orange or lime.