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Agua de Jamaica

Refreshingly Sweet Agua de Jamaica: Your New Favorite Drink

Agua de Jamaica offers a vibrant, sweet-tart flavor that will refresh you on hot days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Flor de Jamaica Adds tart flavor and ruby color
  • 8 cups Water Use filtered water for best results
  • 1 cup Cane Sugar Consider healthier alternatives if desired
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick For warm, aromatic spice
  • 3 slices Fresh Ginger Adjust to taste
  • 1 wedge Lime Squeeze for added brightness
  • 1 wedge Orange For a fruity twist

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • fine mesh sieve
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine 8 cups of filtered water and 2 cups of flor de Jamaica. Optional add-ins can be added for extra flavor.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of cane sugar until dissolved. Let cool for about 15 minutes.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large jar or pitcher to remove the flor de Jamaica.
  5. If desired, dilute with additional water for taste and strength.
  6. Serve the Agua de Jamaica over ice and optionally squeeze lime or orange on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 24gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to 5-6 days or freeze in ice cube trays for later use. Serve chilled over ice for the best flavor experience.

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