Agua De Jamaica
Tart, crimson hibiscus agua fresca that's cold, refreshing, and ready in minutes. A classic Mexican drink—no cooking required, just steep and serve over ice.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 98
refreshinglightmexicanvegetarianvegandairy-freegluten-freeweeknight
Ingredients
- ¾ cup dried hibiscus flowers (jamaica)
- 4 cups water
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
- 1
Bring water to a boil in a kettle or pot, then pour over hibiscus flowers in a large pitcher.
- 2
Let steep for 5 minutes until the liquid turns deep crimson and flowers have released their tartness.
- 3
Strain out the flowers, pressing gently to extract all liquid; discard solids.
- 4
Stir in sugar until dissolved, then chill for 2 minutes or pour directly over ice.
- 5
Divide between 2 glasses, fill with ice, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- kettle or pot
- large pitcher
- fine-mesh strainer
- spoon for stirring
- 2 glasses
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