Hibiscus Rose Agua Fresca
A jewel-toned and deeply floral agua fresca made with dried hibiscus flowers and rose water. This vibrant Mexican-inspired drink is tart, sweet, and absolutely beautiful.
A stunning deep red hibiscus and rose agua fresca that is tart, floral, and refreshing.
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Ingredients
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Liquid
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Instructions
Simmer the Hibiscus
Combine 3 cups of water, dried hibiscus flowers, sugar, and orange peel strip in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir until the sugar dissolves. Simmer for 10 minutes until deeply colored and fragrant.
Steep and Strain
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the hibiscus to steep for an additional 5 minutes. Strain the concentrated liquid through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing the flowers to extract maximum color and flavor. Discard the solids.
Dilute and Flavor
Add the remaining 3 cups of cold water to the pitcher with the hibiscus concentrate. Stir in the fresh lime juice and rose water. Start with just 1 teaspoon of rose water as it is very potent. Do not add more without tasting first.
Chill the Drink
Allow the agua fresca to cool to room temperature and then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until well chilled. The color will deepen beautifully as it cools. Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as desired.
Serve and Garnish
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the hibiscus rose agua fresca over the top. Garnish with a single dried hibiscus flower floating on top and a lime wedge on the rim. Serve immediately and stir before each pour as settling may occur.
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