How To Make Sorrel / Hibiscus Drink For The Holiday

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with less processing.

pineapple juice

🥗Healthier: fresh pineapple

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Fresh pineapple enhances flavor and nutrients.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric offers similar warmth and health benefits.

cloves

🥗Healthier: allspice

💰Cheaper: cinnamon

Allspice provides a similar aromatic profile.

Rinse 8 oz of dried hibiscus (sorrel) leaves.

Add 12 cups of water to a large pot and bring to a boil.

Crush a piece of ginger (about 1 inch) and add it to the boiling water along with 10 pieces of cloves.

Boil the mixture for about 20-25 minutes.

Turn off the stove and let the mixture sit to cool for a few hours.

Strain the mixture using a bowl and a strainer, squeezing out as much liquid as possible.

Add sugar to the strained liquid, adjusting to taste.

Pour in port wine to taste, mixing well.

Taste the drink to ensure it is sweet enough and adjust if necessary.

Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves.

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