Refreshing Pause: Bringing Lightness Into a Heavy Season with a Sēkwl Hibiscus Bloom

By John Walls
Head of Marketing & Communications, Sēkwl Beverage House

The holidays can feel… heavy. Emotionally, socially, logistically. Even the fun stuff can be a lot. Hibiscus is my reminder that a “pause” can be bright, cooling, and honestly kind of gorgeous.

Hibiscus has that tart floral pop, and paired with functional mushrooms like Lion’s Mane (often used to support focus and clarity), it’s the perfect drink for when you want to feel refreshed and sharp, not sluggish.

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A Botanical Break Between Events

This is the drink you make when:

• you just came home from one thing,
• you have to be at the next thing in an hour,
• and you need a little “reset” moment in between
  

Recipe: Hibiscus Bloom

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz gin (optional)
• ¼ oz simple syrup
• 2 dashes orange bitters
• 4 oz Sēkwl Hibiscus Adaptogenic Sparkling Water
• Garnish: orange peel twist or edible flower

Build:

• Stir gin, bitters, and syrup with ice
• Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
• Top with Sēkwl Hibiscus, stir gently, garnish.

How to Make it NA

Skip gin and bitters if you want:

• 4-6 oz Sēkwl Hibiscus over ice
• A light splash of orange juice for a softer floral-citrus vibe.
• Orange peel twist (non-negotiable — it makes it feel fancy)
  

Holiday Balance Tip

If you feel overwhelmed, try the “one thing” rule: Choose one small thing you’ll do today that supports you (walk, hydration, early bedtime, a calmer drink). You don’t need a full lifestyle overhaul in December.

- John at Sēkwl 🌺🍄