Introduction: How To: Hibiscus Tea (Agua De Jamaica)
Lawwwdd Yeezzuss it's hot in Cali!! This hot weather has called for a cool & refreshing drink... my go to: Agua de Jamaica. Here are the simple steps to make this refreshing tea!
Step 1: Boil
First you need to boil 4 cups of water
Step 2: Add Hibiscus Calyces
As the water continues to boil, add 1/2 cup of Hibiscus calyces. They are really easy to find in most grocery stores under the "hispanic" isle or at any local market.
Step 3: Boil & Stir
Boil the water and hibiscus for 2 minutes and stir frequently.
Step 4: Cool
Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes, or as much as needed.
Step 5: Strain
Once it has completely cooled down, strain the mixture and throw away the hibiscus calyces. You can add the remaining 4 cups of cold water and sugar at this point. I however, like to serve individually to better control my sugar intake :)
Step 6: Serve
If you prefer to serve it individually like me...
Pour ice on cup, add 1/2 hibiscus water and 1/2 cold water, and sugar/splenda or whatever type of sweetener that you prefer.
Stir and enjoy!
Hibiscus tea aka Agua de Jamaica is my all time favorite Mexican drink! It is soon refreshing and yes it looks pretty :)

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6 Comments
6 years ago
Love this! Thank you!
Reply 6 years ago
Thank you, I'm glad you liked it!
6 years ago
sounds yummy, can't wait to give it a try
Reply 6 years ago
Thank you, it is really good hope you do try it :)
6 years ago
The color looks wonderful. What other sweeteners can you recommend besides sugar? Can hibiscus also be blended with other herbs?
Reply 6 years ago
Thank you! You can try adding honey to sweeten it :) I've heard that hibiscus blends nicely with chamomile, ginger, or mint. Let me know if you give it a try :)