Author: Rocky Point Times

It has been said many times that the natives of Puerto Peñasco are a very gracious people and this is very evident when it comes to receiving a gratuity or propina (pronounced pro-pee-nah). A tip seems to be a welcomed, not an expected, bonus. When I dine out, charter a boat for a Bird Island trip, or get my hair done and leave a tip for the waiter, captain or stylist, my tip is always met with a smile and a thank you. The tip may be more or less of what they expected or they may not have expected it at all.

No, not the vacation spot – the refreshing drink sold at local stands in Rocky Point, Mexico. Jamaica (pronounced “hah-mike-ah”) is actually called “jugo de Jamaica” or “agua de Jamaica” when you’re asking for the sweetened drink at a stand. To purchase it in the raw form you’ll be looking for “flor de Jamaica” which is dried hibiscus blossoms. What? Yep, that big beautiful flower is not only a refreshing drink, but it also has a number of holistic health benefits.