Hibiscus mezcal margarita11/29/2023 ![]() They're also sometimes labeled as jamaica which is their name in Spanish. You can purchase dried hibiscus flowers online, in Latin American markets, and I've even found them in tea shops. The ones in the photos are whole flower although there are some broken pieces in there as well. I like the whole flowers but it doesn't really make a difference which one you use. Dried Hibiscus Flowers: Dried hibiscus flowers are sold as whole flower (which look a bit like little octopuses!) or cut and sifted.They are definitely less sweet and intense than other margarita varieties so make these when you'd like something lighter and more refreshing. It’s a really great balance and yields a simultaneously refreshing and boozy libation without being cloying. These hibiscus margaritas are tart, fruity, and slightly sweet but not super sweet. Dried hibiscus flowers are often used to make herbal hibiscus teas (both hot and iced) and also for agua fresca, a light non-alcoholic Mexican beverage. The flavor of hibiscus reminds me a bit of cranberries and is definitely fruity and not floral, as you might expect. Hibiscus flowers are also called flor de jamaica (pronounced ha-MY-cah) in Spanish, and may be labeled as such when purchasing them. ![]() A few other words I'd use are beautiful, bright, pink, delicious, light, tart, and fruity. ![]() If I could use one word to describe this hibiscus margarita recipe it would be refreshing. ![]() (This recipe was originally published in July 2017, but was updated with new photos and content in 2022). ![]()
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