Souq Cooler · Chilled Hibiscus Tea
Karkadeh
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The same flower makes bissap in West Africa, agua de jamaica in Mexico and sorrel in the Caribbean, all brewed from the dried calyces of one hibiscus species.
Dried hibiscus calyces are steeped into a tart, deep-red tea, sweetened, and served chilled over ice, a common refreshment sold from souq juice stalls in Aqaba's hot coastal climate.
Why it's made this way: Karkadeh came to Jordan largely through ties with Egypt, where it is a classic cold drink, and Aqaba's heat makes it a natural fit alongside the fresh juices sold along the corniche.
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