Refresco de Flor de Jamaica is an iced drink that is popular throughout Mexico where it is served everywhere from road side stands to restaurants.It's perfect enjoyed by itself or with any spicy Mexican dish.Flor de Jamaica is known as Hibiscus here in the U.S.To make this simple and refreshing drink you would need to get a hold of some dried hibiscus petals which are usually available in Latin markets in the dried spices aisle or you can try my Amazon store.Refresco de Flor de Jamaica has a beautiful ruby red color and a tart, citrus cranberry-like flavor.It's the perfect alternative to cranberry juice or if your looking for something authentic to go with Mexican food.Below is my recipe for Refresco de Flor de Jamaica.Hope you enjoy it.
Yeild:4-5 servings.
Ingredients:
1c dried hibiscus flowers
5c cold water
1 1/2c sugar
ice
1. Add water and hibiscus flowers to a pot and bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
2. Remove pot from heat and strain hibiscus flowers and discard them.Let juice cool.Pour hibiscus drink in a pitcher and add sugar and stir.Then put pitcher in refrigerator to chill.
3.When ready to serve remove from refrigerator and stir again.Adjust sweetness if necessary.Serve with ice.
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