BHA & BHT Free Iced Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica)

This vibrant crimson drink is one of those recipes that looks stunning without any effort at all — the color alone stops people in their tracks. Dried hibiscus flowers, a cinnamon stick, and a little sugar are all it takes to build a concentrate that's tart, floral, and deeply refreshing. It's the kind of drink that tastes like it came from a street cart in the best possible way. For anyone keeping a close eye on synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT, bottled teas and flavored drinks are some of the sneakiest offenders on the grocery shelf. Making this from scratch means every single ingredient is right in front of you — no mystery additives, no label anxiety. The ingredient list here is genuinely short and clean: flowers, water, sugar, spice, done. The cinnamon stick adds a subtle warmth that rounds out the tartness beautifully, and a squeeze of lime at the end makes the whole glass pop. Serve it over plenty of ice and it's the kind of thing guests will ask about before they even sit down.

About Fig

Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.

Learn more →