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Bajan Sorrel Drink

Cultural Context

Originating from Barbados, Bajan Sorrel Drink is a festive beverage traditionally enjoyed during the Christmas season. Made from the vibrant sorrel flower, this drink is steeped with spices, resulting in a refreshing and tangy flavor. It symbolizes celebration and community, often served at gatherings and family reunions. Today, it has gained popularity beyond the Caribbean, with variations appearing in tropical regions worldwide.

BarbadianBBdrink
120 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups sorrel petals
1 quart water
1 tablespoon ginger
1 cinnamon stick
4 whole cloves
1 cup sugar
1 cup rum

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with additional flavor.

rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum alternative

💰Cheaper: white rum

Non-alcoholic options cater to all guests.

1

Boil water in a pot with bay leaves, cinnamon stick, and cloves for about 4 minutes.

2

Add sorrel to the boiling water and let it boil for another 2 minutes.

3

Turn off the stove, cover the pot, and allow the mixture to brew and cool down overnight.

4

Strain the mixture to extract the flavors and color.

5

Sweeten the drink with sugar to taste.

6

Serve well cold, optionally adding rum.

Cooking Techniques

brewingsteepingmixing

Equipment Needed

potstrainerpitcherglasses

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Sorrel DrinkHibiscus Drink

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