Turkey Free Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica)
This vibrant crimson drink is one of those recipes that looks stunning on a table and tastes even better than it looks. Dried hibiscus flowers steep with a cinnamon stick to create a concentrate that's tart, floral, and deeply aromatic ā then it's diluted to the perfect refreshing balance. A squeeze of lime over ice takes it completely over the top. Since every single ingredient here is naturally plant-based and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about what's in your glass ā no mystery additives, no processed shortcuts. The simmering step is where the magic happens, coaxing out that jewel-toned color and layered flavor that makes this so much more interesting than anything you'd pour from a bottle. It's endlessly adjustable too ā add more sugar if you like it sweeter, or hold back for a more tart, sophisticated sip. Make a big pitcher and keep it in the fridge all week, because it disappears fast.
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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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