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Refreshing Pink Himalayan Salt Rimmed Agua de Jamaica

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A vibrant and refreshing hibiscus drink with a tart floral flavor balanced by a pink Himalayan salt rim, perfect for summer gatherings or a cooling treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (30 grams) dried hibiscus flowers (Flor de Jamaica)
  • 6 cups (1.4 liters) filtered water
  • ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • Pink Himalayan salt (coarse grain) for rimming glasses
  • Ice cubes for serving
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish or muddling
  • Optional: agave syrup or honey as a sugar substitute
  • Optional: sparkling water to replace half the water for a fizzy twist

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (30 g) dried hibiscus flowers under cold water to remove dust and impurities.
  2. Bring 6 cups (1.4 liters) filtered water to a rolling boil in a large pot over medium-high heat (about 6-8 minutes).
  3. Remove pot from heat and add rinsed hibiscus flowers. Cover and steep for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Strain the hibiscus infusion through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing gently to extract flavor but avoiding bitterness.
  5. While the liquid is still warm, stir in ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness as desired.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice and mix well.
  7. Refrigerate the agua de Jamaica for at least 1 hour until well chilled.
  8. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass, then dip the rims into a shallow plate of coarse pink Himalayan salt to coat.
  9. Fill the salt-rimmed glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled agua de Jamaica over the ice.
  10. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not oversteep hibiscus flowers to avoid bitterness; steep between 15-20 minutes. Add sugar while the liquid is warm for better dissolution. Rim glasses with salt just before serving to keep the salt crunchy. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled for best flavor. For a fizzy version, replace half the water with sparkling water just before serving and avoid stirring vigorously.

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Keywords: agua de jamaica, hibiscus drink, pink Himalayan salt, summer drink, refreshing beverage, agua fresca, non-alcoholic drink

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