Nightshade Free Iced Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica)
Tart, floral, and a gorgeous deep crimson, this agua de Jamaica is the kind of drink that makes people stop mid-sip and ask what's in it. Dried hibiscus flowers steeped with a cinnamon stick and sugar create a concentrate that's bold and aromatic, then diluted to a perfectly refreshing balance. A squeeze of lime on the side adds a bright citrus lift that ties everything together beautifully. Nightshade-free eating can sometimes mean scanning every label and second-guessing restaurant drinks, but this one is made entirely from scratch with clean, simple ingredients ā no hidden peppers, no tomato-based anything, just pure floral goodness. The straining step is key: pressing gently on the spent flowers pulls every last drop of that deep ruby color and flavor into the pitcher. Make a big batch and keep it cold in the fridge, because it disappears faster than you'd expect.
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6 servings
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (flor de jamaica)
- Ā¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
For the concentrate
- 4 cups water
To finish
- 3 cups cold water
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 8 to 10 minutes, until the liquid is deeply colored and fragrant.
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