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+title: "African-Inspired Fresh Drink"
+description: "Quench your thirst with a vibrant African-inspired fresh drink. Made with hibiscus petals, lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness, this refreshing beverage captures the flavors of the continent. Vegan and delicious!"
+tags:
+  - "african"
+  - "fresh drink"
+  - "hibiscus"
+  - "refreshing"
+  - "vegan"
+  - "Nia"
+figureRecipe: 
+  caption: "African-Inspired Fresh Drink"
+  imageSrc: "./src/media/2024-01-28-african-inspired-fresh-drink-3250.png"
+  imageTitle: "African-Inspired Fresh Drink"
+  imageAlt: "Imagine a bright and lively scene from the heart of Africa. The natural daylight pours onto a table set in an exquisite manner. Sitting in the middle is a tall, dewy glass filled with a vivid ruby-red liquid, an African specialty drink made of hibiscus petals. Clusters of ice cubes are gently floating, their streaks of cold white contrasting the beverage's warmth. Fresh green mint leaves stand out as a garnish. Yellow lemon slices surround the glass on the tabletop, adding a citrus vibrancy. Nearby, a wooden spoon rests, ready for stirring. Other elements on the table include a woven basket spilling with hibiscus petals, a testament to the drink's local origin. Lush African greenery or a sunlit horizon subtly peeks in the background. The image echoes a refreshing sense of life, representing the vibrant colors of Africa, with a balanced composition that invites viewers to savor this delicious drink."
+  loading: "eager"
+---
+
+{% figure figureRecipe.caption %}
+{% picture figureRecipe.imageSrc, figureRecipe.imageTitle, figureRecipe.imageAlt, figureRecipe.loading %}
+{% endfigure %}
+
+## Introduction
+
+Quench your thirst with a refreshing and vibrant African-inspired fresh drink. Bursting with the flavors of the continent, this drink is a celebration of the diverse and rich culinary traditions of Africa. Using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, this drink is not only delicious but also a reflection of African respect for the land.
+
+## Ingredients
+
+- 1 cup hibiscus petals
+- 4 cups water
+- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
+- Juice of 2 fresh lemons
+- Ice cubes
+- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
+
+## Instructions
+
+1. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
+2. Add the hibiscus petals to the boiling water and simmer for 5 minutes.
+3. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the hibiscus petals steep for 10 minutes.
+4. Strain the hibiscus tea into a pitcher, discarding the petals.
+5. Stir in the agave syrup and lemon juice until well combined.
+6. Refrigerate the drink for at least 1 hour to chill.
+7. Serve the African-inspired fresh drink over ice cubes, garnished with fresh mint leaves.
+8. Enjoy!
+
+Enjoy this flavorful and refreshing African-inspired fresh drink, packed with the vibrant tastes of the continent. Serve it chilled and savor every sip of this delightful beverage that captures the essence of African culinary traditions.
+
+Nia
+