Mexican Hibiscus Cinnamon Tea (Té de Jamaica y Canela)
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Mexican Hibiscus Cinnamon Tea (Té de Jamaica y Canela)
Description
This tea begins by boiling water and steeping cinnamon sticks and dried hibiscus flowers together for about an hour off the heat, allowing the flavors to meld and develop a vibrant red color. The mixture is then strained, discarding the solids, and diluted with additional water to taste. It can be served chilled or heated, and sweeteners like sugar or honey may be added according to preference.
The resulting beverage is tart and slightly spicy, capturing the characteristic hibiscus tang alongside the aromatic warmth of cinnamon. It's popular in Mexican cuisine and can be served on its own or with a splash of sparkling water for a bubbly version when served cold.
This tea is a refreshing and simple option to prepare ahead and enjoy throughout the day. Its ingredients are shelf-stable, making it convenient for repeated use or entertaining.
Ingredients
- 7 cups water divided
- 2 cinnamon stick
- 1/3 cup dry hibiscus flowers also known as dry jamaica
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a pot. Add the cinnamon sticks and flowers and cover tightly with a lid. Remove from the heat and steep for 1 hour or until cool.
- Strain hibiscus-cinnamon tea into a pitcher and discard cinnamon and flowers.
- Dilute with 5 cups of water.
- Refrigerate until time to serve.
- Serve hot or cold.
- Sugar or honey can be added to sweeten.
Notes
- Serve the tea cold with honey and a splash of sparkling water to add effervescence if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6to 8 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 775 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 7.75kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.91g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sodium | 15.1mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.62g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.81g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 38.91IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.42mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 20.44mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.23mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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