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How to make BAJAN SORREL DRINK by Kelly Henry. Tasty And Delicious Christmas Beverage.

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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
1 cup dried sorrel
1 bay leaf
1 stick of hard spice
sugar to taste
hot water

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

Add 1 cup of dried sorrel to a glass container.

2

Add 1 bay leaf and 1 stick of hard spice to the container.

3

Pour hot water over the ingredients and allow to steep for about 1 hour.

4

After steeping, add sugar to taste and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon.

5

Chill the mixture before serving.

Cooking Techniques

brewingsteepingmixing

Equipment Needed

glass containerwooden spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Sorrel DrinkHibiscus Drink

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