Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Water)

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 1

Refreshing Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Water) recipe for a hot day

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

223

Sugar

54g

Fat

Agua de Jamaica, also known as Hibiscus Water, is a popular Mexican beverage made from hibiscus petals. It has a tart and slightly sweet flavor and is perfect for a hot summer day. This beverage is often served at celebrations and is a staple in many Mexican households. It is typically enjoyed over ice and can be adjusted to your preferred level of sweetness.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
2.	Add the hibiscus petals, cinnamon stick, ground cloves, nutmeg, allspice, chopped piloncillo, and white sugar.
3.	Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 20-30 minutes.
4.	Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool.
5.	Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
6.	Serve the hibiscus water over ice and enjoy!

PROS

Agua de Jamaica is a refreshing and flavorful way to stay hydrated on a hot day.

The hibiscus petals used in this recipe are rich in antioxidants and can help lower blood pressure.

This recipe can easily be adjusted to your preferred level of sweetness.

CONS

This recipe does contain a significant amount of sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.

Some people may not enjoy the tart flavor of hibiscus petals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hibiscus petals have been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
They may also help lower blood pressure and improve heart health.
In addition, cinnamon has been linked to lower blood sugar levels and improved brain function.

	6 cups water
	2 cups dried hibiscus petals
	1 cinnamon stick
	1 pinch ground cloves
	1 pinch ground nutmeg
	1 pinch ground allspice
	1/2 cup chopped piloncillo ( Mexican brown sugar cones )
	1 1/2 cups white sugar