Agua de Jamaica, known as Hibiscus Tea, is a refreshing and delicious beverage in many Latin American countries. This beverage is made by steeping dried hibiscus flowers in water and then sweetening the resulting tea to taste.
Agua de Jamaica is naturally caffeine-free and is rich in antioxidants, making it a healthy and hydrating alternative to other sugary drinks.
In this recipe, we'll show you how to make this classic beverage using monk fruit sweetener, a natural, low-calorie alternative to traditional sugar. With its vibrant color and tangy flavor, Agua de Jamaica will become your household's new favorite.
How to Make Agua de Jamaica
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
In a pot, add 4 cups of water and the flower of Jamaica and bring it to a boil for about 5 minutes over medium-low heat. Remove from heat and let it cool at room temperature. Strain the water through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher and reserve the flowers.
Add the remaining water and sugar and mix well. Refrigerate until cold. Serve cold with ice and garnish with lime, if desired. Enjoy!
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📖 Recipe
Easy Agua de Jamaica
Ingredients
- 1 cup of dried Hibiscus Flowers
- 12 cups of water (Depending on how concentrated you like)
- 1 ½ cups Monk fruit Sweetener , to taste
- Ice , to serve
- lime for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot add 4 cups of water and the flower of Jamaica and bring it to a boil for about 5 minutes over medium-low heat. Remove from heat and let it cool at room temperature. Strain the water through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher and reserve the flowers. Add the remaining water, and sugar, and mix well. Refrigerate until cold. Serve cold with ice and garnish with lime, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Too strong? Just add more water until it reaches the flavor that you like.
- You can use the Jamaica flower again; only the water will be lighter and not so concentrated.
- Adjust sweetness to your liking.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
