Ruby red floral flavored hibiscus tea is one of the most traditional tea that is not just pretty but tasty too. This easy to make floral tea is a great addition to afternoon tea party. Learn how to make hibiscus iced tea with both fresh flower petals and dried petals.
NOTE: I don’t claim to be an expert in any ways. Information shared below are from my own personal knowledge gained over the years and a fair share of information below was collected from internet.
If you have any health ailments or if you are a pregnant women, please consult your doctor before consuming this tea!
Benefits of drinking Agua de Jamaica Studies show that hibiscus can lower blood pressure, making it a great choice for those looking to improve their cardiovascular health.
How To Make Hibiscus Tea (Step-By-Step)
Easy to follow guide on how to make hibiscus iced tea from both fresh flowers and dried petals. This tea can be served both hot or cold. Please consume hibiscus tea in moderation.
From fresh flower petals
- Pluck all the fresh flowers of hibiscus from hibiscus plant.
- Separate the petals of the flower. Discard the calyx and pistil of the flower. Rinse it well.
- For every 4 cups of water, use 8-10 flowers of hibiscus. Pro-Tip: If you want to strong flavored tea, use more flowers than mentioned above. Note: Do not steep tea for longer time. It might make the tea taste bitter.
- Boil water and hibiscus petals in a large pot. Once water begins to boil, remove from heat.
- At this stage you can add in more flavors to the tea. We added ginger, lemon grass, all spice berries, cinnamon stick, basil leaves to the tea for flavors.
- Cover tight and let the tea steep for 15 minutes. Pro-Tip: Do not steep tea for longer. It will turn bitter. If you want strong hibiscus flavor add more flower petals instead of steeping longer.
- Strain the tea and discard the petals and all other ingredients in the tea. Tea concentrate can be refrigerated and used as you want. If you like to drink it hot, simple warm it up, add lemon juice and honey. Stir and drink up.
- And if you want to make hibiscus iced tea, refrigerate the concentrate mixed with lemon and honey.
- Once chilled serve it with a cup of chilled water or ice cubes to dilute. Dilute it as per your preference. You can keep it strong as you like or dilute it with more ice.
- Serve it garnish with fresh basil leaves, few lemon slices and a lemon grass for stirring. Oh talk about fancy stirring!
From Dried Hibiscus Petals
For every 4 cups of water, use about ½ cup of dried petals. Pour boiling hot water over the dried petals and let it steep. You can add in more flavors with basil, lemon grass, cinnamon. Follow the same steps mentioned for fresh petals.
Hibiscus Tea (Agua de Jamaica) – Health Benefits and Risks
FAQ
Is Agua Fresca good for you?
Is Agua de Jamaica good for weight loss?
Is Jamaica hibiscus good for you?
What is Jamaica Agua Fresca made of?
Is Agua de Jamaica good for You?
Not only is Agua de Jamaica a refreshing and delicious beverage, but it also has several health benefits. For starters, hibiscus is known to lower blood pressure, making it an excellent choice for those looking to improve their cardiovascular health. It’s also high in antioxidants, which help protect against cell damage and inflammation.
What is Jamaica Agua Fresca?
Jamaica agua fresca is a beverage to enjoy by itself or with some garnishes like fresh mint leaves or a few lime wedges. In Mexico, Agua de Jamaica is a drink better to enjoy with your lunch (comida del medio dia), like a tasty milanesa de res or sopa de albondigas.
Is Agua de jamaica a good summer drink?
It is also high in antioxidants, which help protect against cell damage and inflammation. Apart from the benefits mentioned, Agua de Jamaica can be easily made with low or no sugar, so it can fit into a healthy lifestyle. Furthermore, it can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. That makes it a great summer drink to cool you off when the heat arrives.
How do you drink agua de Jamaica?
Agua de Jamaica is a sweet, slightly tart, and refreshing Mexican drink. This cold and crisp hibiscus tea is sure to hit the spot on warm days. Boil 4 cups of water. Add the jamaica flowers. Return to boil for 10 minutes. Turn off heat and cover. Let cool. Strain into a pitcher.