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Ingredients
Servings:6
1cupdried hibiscus flowers
5cupwater
1 1/2tsplime zest
1/2cupsugar
fresh mint
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Instructions
- 1
Simmer the hibiscus
Rinse hibiscus flowers in cold water. In a large saucepan, combine 3 cups of the water with the hibiscus flowers and lime zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- 2
Steep and strain
Remove from heat and let stand 15 minutes. Strain the mixture, discarding the flowers and zest. Transfer the hibiscus liquid to a large pitcher or bowl.
- 3
Sweeten and chill
Add the sugar and remaining 2 cups of water, stirring until fully dissolved. Refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice with a sprig of fresh mint if you like.
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Agua de Jamaica
Created by: BlendedAndBrewed
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 10m
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
- 5 cup water
- 1 1/2 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 cup sugar
- fresh mint
Instructions
- Simmer the hibiscusRinse hibiscus flowers in cold water. In a large saucepan, combine 3 cups of the water with the hibiscus flowers and lime zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Steep and strainRemove from heat and let stand 15 minutes. Strain the mixture, discarding the flowers and zest. Transfer the hibiscus liquid to a large pitcher or bowl.
- Sweeten and chillAdd the sugar and remaining 2 cups of water, stirring until fully dissolved. Refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice with a sprig of fresh mint if you like.
Notes & Tips
This is one of those drinks that tastes way more complex than it looks — that deep cranberry red color is all from the hibiscus, and the flavor is tart and floral with just the right amount of sweetness. I use dried hibiscus flowers when I can find them (Mexican grocery stores almost always have them), but hibiscus tea bags work great too. Start with the recipe amount of sugar and taste before serving. Make a big batch — it keeps in the fridge for a week.