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Sorrel Drink

This refreshing Sorrel Drink Recipe is a vibrant, tangy Caribbean favorite made with hibiscus, ginger, and warming spices. Perfect chilled or warm!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Steeping Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours
Course Beverage
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 4 cups
Calories 50 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Fine Sieve or Cheesecloth

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried sorrel (hibiscus petals)
  • 1 inch fresh ginger sliced
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 orange peel fresh
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar or honey to taste

Optional Additions

  • 1 oz rum for an alcoholic version

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the dried sorrel thoroughly to remove any dust or debris. Peel and slice the ginger. Gather your cloves, cinnamon stick, and orange peel.
  • In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the dried sorrel, ginger, cloves, cinnamon stick, and orange peel. Stir everything together, then turn off the heat and cover the pot.
  • Let the mixture steep for at least 2 hours (or overnight for a stronger flavor).
  • Strain the mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth to remove the solids. Discard the hibiscus petals and spices.
  • While the drink is still warm, stir in brown sugar or honey to taste. If adding rum, mix it in now.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully chilled. Serve over ice with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick for garnish.

Notes

Let the sorrel steep overnight for a stronger flavor. Adjust sweetness based on personal preference. Add a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy version.
Keyword Festive, Healthy, Refreshing