Mascori Recipes

Agua de Jamaica

Mascori Kitchen

Prep 5 · Cook 10 · Total 15 min · 6 servings (about 1.5 liters)

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (jamaica)
• 6 cups water
• 1/2 cup sugar or to taste
• 1 lime juiced (optional)
• to serve ice

Instructions

1. Rinse. Rinse the dried hibiscus flowers in a colander under cool water.
2. Simmer. Bring 3 cups of water to a simmer. Add the flowers, turn off the heat, and steep 8–10 minutes.
3. Strain and sweeten. Strain into a pitcher. Stir in sugar while the concentrate is still warm.
4. Dilute and serve. Add the remaining cold water and lime juice if using. Serve over ice.

Tips

Do not boil the flowers for a long time or the drink can turn bitter. Chill leftovers in the refrigerator.