Sorrel Sips: Crafting Caribbean Magic in a Glass
Sorrel drink is enjoyed for its vibrant color, tangy taste, and hints of spice. It's often served during festive occasions, especially around Christmas in Caribbean cultures. Adjust the sweetness and spiciness to suit your taste preferences, and enjoy this refreshing beverage!
Servings 0
Calories
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried sorrel (hibiscus) flowers
- 8-10 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 5-7 cloves
- 1 inch piece of ginger (sliced)
- 1-2 cups granulated sugar (adjust to taste) or other sweetener
- rum or wine (for an alcoholic version) Optional
- orange peel or citrus slices for garnish Optional
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the dried sorrel, cinnamon stick, cloves, and ginger to the boiling water.
- Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it steep for 1-2 hours or until the liquid cools down to room temperature. The longer it steeps, the richer the flavor.
- Strain the liquid into a pitcher, discarding the sorrel and spices. Sweeten the sorrel concentrate with sugar, stirring until completely dissolved. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- Refrigerate the sorrel concentrate until it's well chilled.
- When ready to serve, dilute the concentrate with water to your desired strength. Serve over ice and garnish with orange peel or citrus slices if desired.
- For an alcoholic twist, add rum or wine to the chilled sorrel concentrate before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize the sweetness of your Sorrel Drink! You can use any type of sweetener you prefer, whether it's granulated sugar, honey, agave syrup, or even sugar substitutes for a lower-calorie option like Monk fruit or Stevia.
For a natural sweetness, you can juice fresh pineapple and incorporate it as a sweetener. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preference for a personalized Sorrel Drink experience!