Description
Hibiscus agua fresca is a refreshing, ruby-red beverage that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This vibrant drink combines floral hibiscus notes with a tangy sweetness, making it an ideal thirst-quencher for hot days or festive gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can bring a taste of tropical paradise to your table and impress your family and friends with its stunning color and delightful flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 4 cups water (2 cups hot, 2 cups cold)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Brew the hibiscus concentrate: Boil 2 cups of water, remove from heat, and steep hibiscus flowers for 15-20 minutes until deep crimson.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher; discard the flowers.
- While warm, stir in sugar until dissolved.
- Once cooled, add lime juice and mix well.
- Dilute with 2 cups of cold water, stir, and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Serve over ice and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg