Lactose Free Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica)
Tart, floral, and a stunning shade of deep crimson, this agua de Jamaica is one of those drinks that looks like it took serious effort but comes together with just a handful of pantry staples. Dried hibiscus flowers steep with a cinnamon stick and sugar into a richly colored concentrate that smells absolutely incredible as it simmers on the stove. The whole thing is naturally plant-based from start to finish ā no dairy anywhere in sight, so it's a completely worry-free choice for anyone avoiding lactose. Once the concentrate is strained and diluted with cold water, you're left with a refreshing, lightly sweet beverage that's perfect poured over a big glass of ice. A squeeze of lime on the side brightens the tartness even further and makes it feel a little more festive. It's the kind of drink that disappears fast at gatherings, and the good news is it's just as easy to double the batch.
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6 servings
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (flor de jamaica)
- Ā½ cup granulated sugar, or more to taste
- 1 cinnamon stick
For the concentrate
- 4 cups water
For diluting
- 2 cups cold water, for diluting
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried hibiscus flowers, 4 cups water, sugar, and cinnamon stick in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring once or twice until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8ā10 minutes, until the liquid is deeply colored and fragrant.
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