Jamaican Christmas Wine l Sorrel

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with potential health benefits.

rum

🥗Healthier: coconut water

💰Cheaper: white rum

Coconut water provides a non-alcoholic option.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar tartness.

nutmeg

🥗Healthier: cinnamon

💰Cheaper: pumpkin spice

Cinnamon provides a warm flavor profile.

In a large pot, combine the dried sorrel/hibiscus and water. Bring to a boil and then let it steep for several hours or overnight.

After steeping, strain the mixture to remove the solids.

Add ginger wine, rum, brown sugar, lemon juice, crushed ginger, cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, pimento seeds, and the orange and lime wedges to the strained liquid.

Stir well to combine all ingredients and let it chill before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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