Agua de Jamaica Tips
Is hibiscus tea the same as agua de Jamaica?
Agua de Jamaica refers to this specific blend of ingredients with hibiscus tea. You can find different versions of hibiscus tea around the globe. In Italy, it is called carcadè and made with sugar and lemon juice. In Thailand, you will find it labeled as roselle, often sweetened with fruit juices. We tested this recipe with Tazo passion tea, one of our
favorite iced tea bags.
Is agua de Jamaica good for you?
Agua de Jamaica is loaded with antioxidants because of the tea and ginger. Hibiscus has been found to help lower blood pressure, while ginger can help with gut health. But if you’re worried about your blood pressure or blood sugar, you may want to monitor the amount of tea you drink. (Learn more about the
health benefits of ginger.)
What is the best time to drink hibiscus tea?
Like other
refreshing ice tea recipes, agua de Jamaica is the perfect beverage to go with lunch or a day at the beach. Unlike chamomile or some other teas, it won’t make you feel sleepy. Add the optional rum for cocktail hour with friends!
Research contributed by Maggie Knoebel, Taste of Home Culinary Assistant
Editor’s Note: This recipe was tested with Tazo passion tea bags.
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 67 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.