MSG Free Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica)
Tart, floral, and brilliantly crimson, this agua de Jamaica is one of those drinks that looks stunning in a glass and tastes even better than it looks. Dried hibiscus flowers, a cinnamon stick, and a little sugar are all it takes to build a concentrate that's layered with flavor ā no flavor packets, no artificial enhancers, nothing hidden. That's genuinely good news for anyone keeping a close eye on additives, because every single ingredient here is exactly what it says it is. The simmering process coaxes out a deep, jewel-toned liquid that you strain, dilute, and chill until it's ice-cold and ready to pour. A squeeze of lime over the top brightens the whole thing and plays beautifully against the natural tartness of the hibiscus. It's refreshing enough for a hot afternoon and pretty enough to serve at a dinner party without any extra effort.
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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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