What Is Jamaica Drink Made of?
What is Agua de Jamaica? Agua de Jamaica (pronounced ha-MY-cah) is a hibiscus iced tea drink made from dried hibiscus flowers (or “Flor de Jamaica” in Spanish), water and sugar. The hibiscus tea is very tart and almost has a cranberry-like flavor, which is why it's typically sweetened with sugar.

Is Jamaica the drink good for you?

Agua de Jamaica is a nonalcoholic Mexican beverage made from the flowers of the jamaica plant, which is a type of hibiscus, sugar and water. Hibiscus contains natural compounds that might reduce blood pressure and lower cholesterol.

Is Jamaica Mexican drink good for you?

Agua de Jamaica is one of Mexico's most popular agua frescas. It is a great diuretic that is full of Vitamin C and can even lower blood pressure.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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