Dried Hibiscus Flowers
Dried Hibiscus is most commonly used to make tea. In Jamaica and many other islands in the Caribbean, the drink is known as
sorrel and is considered a quite popular drink at Christmas time.
Sorrel is served cold and mixed with other herbs, roots, and spices and sweetened with cane sugar. It can also be served mixed with Jamaican rum or wine.
In Mexico,
Hibiscus Flower Tea is well know for its color, tanginess and mild flavor. Adding sugar, gives the tea a more intense herbal and berry (cranberry, raspberry, etc) infused tea.
Hibiscus Flower Tea is consumed all over the world, hot or cold. It is known as
Bissap in West Africa,
Karkady in the Middle East,
flor de Jamaica in Mexico,
Gongura in India and Brazil. Some also refer to it as
Roselle, a common name for the hibiscus flower.
Using a large amount of the
Dried Hibiscus Flower to ensures a thick dark red tea. The tea is popular as a natural diuretic and contains vitamin C and minerals.
As with any herb or supplement, a physician should be consulted prior to use.
Also available:
Hibiscus Tea Blend
Lemon Ginger Tea Blend
