Hibiscus Agua Fresca with Watermelon

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Ahhh, summer. Fresh, sensational fruits are in abundance, but nothing is more signature to the season than sweet, refreshing watermelon. What could be more deliciously hydrating than sipping on pure, luscious watermelon flavor, with a Tulsi twist? Simply lovely and ever so simple to prepare, this tea-rific riff on a classic Agua Fresca blends our ORGANIC INDIA Tulsi Hibiscus Tea and ORGANIC INDIA Shatavari supplement with fresh watermelon and delicate coconut water in a cooling summertime hibiscus agua fresca everyone will love.

With all its refreshingly juicy flavor, it may be hard to believe that the aptly-named watermelon is roughly 92% water, making it perfect for keeping hydrated in the heat. Moreover, an abundance of benefits is bundled in with all that yummy taste. Among the numerous nutrients include vitamins A and C, known for supporting immune and skin health, as well as potassium, magnesium, lycopene, B vitamins, and more.

Simple and simply delightful, traditional Mexican aguas frescas are whole fresh juice made with equal parts with water plus a touch of syrup. Here, we’ve taken that inspiration, eschewed the added sugar and blended in the subtle, uplifting sweetness of coconut water instead, along with the light, floral and berry notes of our ORGANIC INDIA Tulsi Hibiscus tea. Crafted with Organic whole herbs and botanicals –and no artificial ingredients– our ORGANIC INDIA teas harness the sacred potency of Tulsi (Holy Basil), revered in traditional Indian herbalism for its peaceful health-promoting qualities including support for a healthy stress response.

The inclusion of our ORGANIC INDIA Shatavari further enhances those cooling and stress-relieving qualities. The popular Ayurvedic herbal supplement, best known for promoting healthy hormonal balance for women, is shown to support hormonal health for everyone, and all ages, as well as to help fight oxidative stress and more.

Preparing this relaxing, luxuriously refreshing hibiscus agua fresca couldn’t be easier–just add all ingredients and blend. If you’re happy with the consistency, serve as is or over ice. If you find some lingering pulp that isn’t to your liking, strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher first.  Feeling free to approximate quantities, too–with wholesome ingredients like these, it’s hard to go wrong! 

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Hibiscus Agua Fresca with Watermelon

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 Cups boiled water
• 4 ORGANIC INDIA USA Tulsi Hibiscus Tea bags
• ½ Tablespoon ORGANIC INDIA Shatavari (approximately 4 capsules)
• 4 Cups cubed, seedless watermelon
• 2 Cups coconut water, chilled
• Juice from 1 medium lime

METHOD: 

1. Steep the ORGANIC INDIA Tulsi Hibiscus Tea bags in the 2 cups boiled water for 5 -10 minutes. 
2. Remove tea bags and chill.
3. Puree the watermelon in a blender. 
4. If desired, remove solids by straining through a fine mesh sieve or transfer directly into a pitcher. 
5. Stir in chilled tea, coconut water, and lime juice. 
6. Chill covered for an hour or serve immediately over ice.
7. Ice, additional cubed or sliced watermelon, and lime slices to serve, optional

May we refresh you some more? Try this cooling Neem Beauty Spritzer with Cucumber, Lime and Mint or a euphoric Tulsi Sweet Rose Spritzer.