🍓 Berry Hibiscus Protein Refresher
This refreshing Berry Hibiscus Protein Refresher combines fruity hibiscus tea, fresh berries, citrus, and clear whey protein for a colorful, ice-cold drink that’s both refreshing and satisfying.
The tart hibiscus and cranberry flavors pair beautifully with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, lemon, and lime, while clear whey protein adds an easy protein boost without making the drink heavy or creamy.
A refreshing berry hibiscus drink with fresh citrus, berries, and a boost of protein.
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 hibiscus tea bags or 3–4 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers
- 6 cups (1.5 L) water
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- ¾ cup mixed berry juice
- 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice
- 1–2 tbsp honey or agave, optional
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup raspberries or blackberries
- Ice cubes
- 2 scoops clear whey protein isolate, preferably unflavored or berry-flavored
👩🍳 Instructions
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the hibiscus tea and steep for 8–10 minutes. Remove the tea bags or strain out the flowers.
Allow the hibiscus tea to cool completely, then add the remaining cold water.
Stir in the cranberry juice, berry juice, and fresh lemon or lime juice.
Add honey or agave if you prefer a sweeter drink.
In a separate shaker, mix the clear whey protein with a little cold water until completely dissolved. Slowly stir it into the hibiscus mixture.
Add the sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries or blackberries, lemon, and lime.
Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to allow the fruit flavors to infuse.
Serve over plenty of ice and enjoy!
For a deeper ruby-red color like the drink in the photo, brew the hibiscus a little stronger. If you’re storing the refresher in the refrigerator, add ice to individual glasses instead of the whole container so it doesn’t become diluted.
