If there’s one drink in the Caribbean that screams “Christmas” it would definitely have to be sorrel. Islanders all appreciate a cold glass of sorrel on those hot Caribbean days.
Total Time
3hr 50min
4.8
4 Ratings
Author: CaribbeanPot
Servings:
8
Ingredients
•
19 1/2
cups
Sorrel Flowers
•
8
cups
Water
•
1
Cinnamon Stick
•
2
pieces
Dried Orange Peel
•
4
Whole Cloves
•
1
slice
Fresh Ginger
•
to taste
Granulated Sugar
Cooking Instructions
1.
Remove the core out of all the Sorrel Flowers (1.5 pound) and discard.
2.
Place the sorrel flowers, Dried Orange Peel (2 piece), Cinnamon Stick (1), Whole Clove (4) and Fresh Ginger (1 slice) in a large pot.
3.
Cover with Water (8 cup) and bring to a boil.
4.
Reduce to a gentle simmer and let it go for about 30 minutes.
5.
Then remove off the heat, cover and let it steep for a few hours. Steep overnight for maximum flavor.
6.
Strain and discard ingredients.
7.
Chill and sweeten to your liking with Granulated Sugar (to taste).
8.
Remember to add some crushed ice and sliced limes or lemons when serving!
Nutrition Per Serving
CALORIES
4
FAT
0.0 g
PROTEIN
0.1 g
CARBS
1.1 g
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