Ingredients

2

quarts water

3

oz dried hibiscus flowers

1

cup granulated sugar

6

cups alcoholic or non-alcoholic red wine

2

cups cantaloupe balls

2

cups pineapple, peeled and chopped

1

lemon, thinly sliced

Preparation

In 3-quart saucepan, heat water to boiling. Stir in hibiscus flowers. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes or until water turns a deep burgundy color.

Strain hibiscus mixture; discard flowers. Stir in sugar until dissolved; let stand until completely cool.

Stir wine and fruit into cooled hibiscus mixture. Refrigerate until cold.