Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica)
Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica) brings a bright, tangy bite balanced by warm hints of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg, finishing with a smooth caramel note from piloncillo. It’s cool and refreshing over ice, perfect for hot afternoons, cookouts, or as a vibrant nonalcoholic option alongside Mexican dishes.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves16
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Pour 6 cups of water into a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in the hibiscus petals, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice. Lower the heat to medium-low and gently simmer until the water turns a deep red, 30 to 45 minutes.
- 2
Stir the chopped piloncillo into the hibiscus water until dissolved, then set aside to cool for 15 minutes. After cooling, strain the warm liquid into a 1 gallon pitcher using a wire mesh strainer. Press out as much liquid from the petals as possible, then discard the petals. Stir in the white sugar until dissolved, then add enough cold water to fill the pitcher. Serve right away or let it stand overnight for the best flavor.
- Calories 162.25 kcal Moderate
- Protein 0.43 g Low Source
- Carbs 35.57 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.31 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.41 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.03 mg Low Source
- Sodium 121.65 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.06 g Moderate
- Sugar 29.4 g High
- Added Sugar 3.72 g Moderate
- Calcium 26.75 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.16 mg Low Source
- Potassium 1.06 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.06 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.01 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica) is a Mexican beverage recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 16, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Cinnamon Sticks, Dried Edible Flower, and Ground Allspice. Each serving provides about 162.25 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica)?
- It is a Mexican recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for beverage.
- What is Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica) made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Cinnamon Sticks, Dried Edible Flower, Ground Allspice, Ground Cloves. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica)?
- Explore these Mexican side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica)?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 162.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hibiscus Agua Fresca (Agua de Jamaica) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 2 steps.
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