100gramsor 3.53 oz of dried hibiscus flowerscalled flor de jamaica in Spanish
10cupsor 2.37 litres of filtered water
1/3cupof agave nectar or sugar or sweetener of choiceadjust to taste
the juice of one small limeoptional
Instructions
Pour the water into a large pot and cover. Bring the water to a boil, once it reaches a rolling boil add the sweetener and the dried hibiscus flowers. Cover and allow to simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave to steep for 20 minutes.
Strain the tea into a large pitcher, and allow to come to room temperature. Once it's cooled place in the refrigerator to continue to cool, or serve over a glass filled with ice cubes. The tea should have a little bit of tartness but not be sour, adjust the sweetener to your liking.