They are, yes, but they're special. I think most other agua frescas are mostly different fruits blended with water and sugar, but these two are special enough to stand apart from the rest

Yeah, those huge plastic cups

I agree! Horchata is my absolute favourite from Mexico, I make it pretty often. Agua fresca is also versatile and balanced

Thanks for the tips! I made two liters, so I'll make sure to drink it slowly over a few days

¡Gracias! Me gusta más lo dulce que lo agrio, entonces para mi, no me gustaria sin azúcar 😅 He probado tejuino y algo similar, pero no me gustan las bebidas muy agrios o salados

Yeah, I reduced both sugar and hibiscus for next time, effectively increasing the water content

The hibiscus gives it a sour taste. With the amount of sugar I used, it turned out about as sweet as sour, but very intense in total

That sounds like a good combination! I'll add the onion gravy, so it gets more varied flavour

Ah, you're right. I was unsure if there were different names, but now I know: I used elbow macaroni instead of normal macaroni/maccheroni

Like, when the majority of the taste is salt and umami, and there are few spices or "risky" flavours. Tasting safe is being inoffensive and accessible, but less exciting

Ayy, my confirmation bias likes those words!

If anyone has suggestions for a proper name, fire away!