Sorrel Drink Trinidad

Experience the vibrant, festive flavors of the Caribbean with Sorrel Drink, a beloved Trinidadian holiday beverage bursting with warmth and spice. Made with dried sorrel, a form of hibiscus flowers, this refreshing drink combines bold notes of ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of citrus from orange peel. After a gentle simmer and steeping period to deepen its flavor, the blend is sweetened to perfection and can be infused with a dash of Angostura bitters for an optional twist. Serve chilled over ice for a deeply aromatic treat reminiscent of tropical celebrations. Easy to prepare with minimal cooking time, this recipe is the perfect addition to your holiday table or anytime you crave a taste of Trinidad's rich culinary traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried sorrel (hibiscus flowers)
• 10 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger
• 2 pieces Cinnamon stick
• 8 pieces Cloves
• 1 strip Orange peel
• 1.5 cups Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Angostura bitters (optional)
• 0 Ice cubes (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried sorrel thoroughly under cold water to remove any impurities.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed sorrel, grated ginger, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange peel.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer gently for 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the pot from the heat and allow the mixture to steep for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to develop a rich flavor.

Step 6

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean pitcher, discarding the solids.

Step 7

Stir the sugar into the strained liquid until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

Step 8

If using Angostura bitters, add it now and stir to combine.

Step 9

Chill the Sorrel Drink in the refrigerator until cold, or serve immediately over ice cubes.

Step 10

Garnish with an orange slice or a cinnamon stick (optional), and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2769.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1280.4

Total Fat 3.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 122.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 300.3g
Protein 1.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 310.1mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 232.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.3%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 97.3%