I made a hibiscus juice recipe the University of the Virgin Islands published in 1978. Culinary historian Adrian Miller told Insider why the color red is significant on Juneteenth.

Junie Julep . By: Rashad Joy, Bar Manager and Mixologist of Alta West Adams in Los Angeles . Ingredients: 1.5 oz bourbon; .75 oz lemon juice; 2 sugar cubes; 8 gs dried hibiscus flowers; mint sprig ...