AGUA DE JAMAICA (HIBISCUS WATER)
After living several years in Mexico as a child, there are a few things I got used to having that I can't live without. In the summers, this is definitely one of them. Hibiscus dried petals shouldn't be very hard to find. Check your local ethnic stores, I have heard its also called Sorrel in some carribean stores. As far as...
Provided by Jennie Pagano
Categories Other Drinks
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot.
- 2. Stir in the hibiscus petals and boil for about 5 minutes.
- 3. Stir in sugar until dissolved.
- 4. Remove from heat and let it steep for about an hour.
- 5. Strain into a glass pitcher (it stains!) push into the strainer to get as much goodness as you can from the petals.
- 6. Use personal judgement here: If its too tart add more sugar if its too strong add more water.
- 7. You can squeeze a lemon or lime into it if you like at this point.
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kccarneiro85
[email protected]This agua de jamaica is a great way to use up leftover hibiscus flowers. It's also a great way to get your kids to drink more water.
Gaming with parvej
[email protected]I love the beautiful color of this agua de jamaica. It's so inviting and refreshing.
Dakota Bone
[email protected]This agua de jamaica is the perfect drink to quench your thirst on a hot day. It's also very healthy and refreshing.
Rejoice Wilson
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best agua de jamaica I've ever had.
Elvilah Imbali
[email protected]This agua de jamaica is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always ready when I want it.
Ateeq jutt Ateeq jutt
[email protected]I've been making this agua de jamaica for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink to serve at a party or to enjoy on a hot summer day.
Shafiqul Islam
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a refreshing summer drink. I love the combination of hibiscus and lime.
James Ilai
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of hibiscus tea, but this agua de jamaica was surprisingly good. The sweetness of the sugar really helped to balance out the tartness of the hibiscus.
A Ali
[email protected]I made this agua de jamaica for a Cinco de Mayo party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Ka'Mara Warren
[email protected]This is my new favorite drink! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.
Abbas Malik
[email protected]I've never had agua de jamaica before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I especially love the hint of cinnamon.
Carlos Henrique
[email protected]This agua de jamaica was absolutely delicious! The hibiscus flowers gave it a beautiful color and a slightly tart flavor that was perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the sugar. I'll definitely be making this again soon.