This rose-colored take on iced tea — actually more like an adult version of Kool-Aid — is made by steeping hibiscus flowers or tea in hot water.
Make ahead: The agua fresca needs to chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Where to buy: Hibiscus flowers can be found in some natural food stores, Mexican grocery stores and online.
Ingredients
Servings: 8 (makes about 8 cups)
Directions
Active:
10 mins|
Total: 40 mins, plus at least 2 hours to chill
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Step 1
In a heatproof bowl or liquid measuring cup, cover the hibiscus flowers with the boiling water and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a 2-quart pitcher; discard or compost the hibiscus.
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Step 2
Add the sugar to the hibiscus infusion and stir until dissolved. Fill the pitcher two-thirds full with ice and top it off with cold water. Taste, and if desired, add more sugar as needed. Refrigerate until chilled through, at least 2 hours.
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Step 3
When ready to serve, divide the agua fresca among ice-filled tall glasses.
Substitutions
Granulated sugar >> honey or agave.
