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Refreshing Raspberry Hibiscus Agua Fresca Recipe with Easy Tajín Rim

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A vibrant and refreshing raspberry hibiscus agua fresca with a tangy, spicy Tajín rim that elevates this simple summer drink to a new level.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers (about 15 grams)
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (about 125 grams)
  • 6 cups water (1.4 liters), divided
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup granulated sugar (50 to 65 grams), adjust to taste
  • Fresh lime juice from 2 medium limes (about 3 tablespoons or 45 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons Tajín seasoning (30 grams) for rimming glasses
  • Pinch of coarse sea salt, mixed with Tajín for rim
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Optional: ice cubes for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups (32 fl oz) of water to a boil. Remove from heat, add the dried hibiscus flowers, and let steep for 15 minutes until the water turns deep ruby red.
  2. Strain the hibiscus tea through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove petals. Press gently with a spoon to extract flavor and discard petals.
  3. In a blender, combine fresh raspberries with 1 cup (8 fl oz) of water. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds. Pour puree through a fine mesh sieve into the pitcher to remove seeds and pulp, pressing with a spoon for maximum flavor.
  4. Stir in granulated sugar and fresh lime juice into the pitcher. Taste and adjust sweetness or lime as desired. Add remaining 1 cup (8 fl oz) of water to dilute if needed. Chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. On a shallow plate, mix Tajín seasoning with a pinch of coarse sea salt. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass, then dip the rim into the Tajín mixture to coat evenly.
  6. Fill Tajín-rimmed glasses with ice cubes and pour chilled raspberry hibiscus agua fresca over them. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or whole raspberries if desired.

Notes

Steep hibiscus for exactly 15 minutes to avoid bitterness. Use a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds and petals for a smooth drink. Adjust sugar gradually to balance tartness. Wet glass rims thoroughly with lime juice before dipping in Tajín for best adhesion. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store refrigerated up to 3 days and stir before serving again. Do not rim glasses ahead of time to prevent sogginess.

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Keywords: agua fresca, raspberry hibiscus drink, Tajín rim, refreshing summer beverage, Mexican drink, fruity drink, hibiscus tea, raspberry agua fresca

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