Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Tea)

Ingredients

• 12 cups water
• 1 ½ cups dried hibiscus flowers
• ¼ cup granulated sugar, (plus more to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Add 4 cups of water and the dried hibiscus flowers to a small pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Carefully pour the hot tea through a strainer or colander into a large pitcher that holds at least 12 cups. Discard the used hibiscus flowers.

3. 3

   Add the sugar and stir until completely dissolved, then add in the remaining 8 cups of cold water.

4. 4

   Taste and add more sugar if desired. You can also dilute it with more water if it’s too strong. Some people like it super sweet, some like it super strong, it's all personal preference.

5. 5

   Serve in glasses over ice and enjoy.