Paraben Free Iced Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica)
Few drinks are as stunning to look at or as refreshing to sip as this deep crimson agua de Jamaica. Dried hibiscus flowers, a cinnamon stick, and a little sugar are all it takes to build a concentrate that's tart, floral, and just sweet enough to keep you coming back for another glass. Simmering the flowers low and slow pulls out that gorgeous jewel-toned color and a complex fragrance that no store-bought version can match. Once strained and chilled, the concentrate gets diluted with cold water so the flavor stays bright without being overwhelming. A squeeze of lime over ice takes the whole thing over the top. Because this recipe is made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients with no preservatives or synthetic additives, it's a natural fit for anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their food and drinks. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all summer long.
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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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