Description
A refreshing, tart, and sweet hibiscus drink perfect for hot weather and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (flor de Jamaica)
- 8 cups filtered water, divided
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1–2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Optional: fresh mint leaves or lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot.
- Remove from heat and add the dried hibiscus flowers to the hot water.
- Let steep for 15 minutes until the water turns deep red and aromatic.
- Strain the liquid into a large pitcher, discarding the flowers.
- Add the remaining 4 cups of cold water to dilute the concentrate.
- Stir in sugar until fully dissolved and adjust sweetness as desired.
- Add fresh lime juice for brightness and citrus flavor.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint or lime slices if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality dried hibiscus flowers for best flavor.
- Add sugar gradually to balance tartness.
- Steep hibiscus off the heat to avoid bitterness.
- Strain well for a clear, smooth drink.
- Chill thoroughly to enhance flavor meld.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Boil and steep
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: hibiscus agua fresca, refreshing drink, summer beverage, flor de Jamaica, lime water