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Pitcher of Caribbean Sorrel with filled glass next to it

Classic Caribbean Sorrel Punch

A festive Caribbean beverage made from hibiscus petals and spices, offering a refreshing and tangy flavor perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Drinks & Smoothies, Festive & Holiday Recipes
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb hibiscus flowers trimmed
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 sticks cinnamon
  • 2 pieces dried orange peel
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 slice ginger
  • sugar to taste

Instructions
 

  • Remove the cores from the sorrel flowers and discard.
    hibiscus leaves, cinnamon sticks, and ginger on cutting board
  • In a large pot, combine the sorrel petals, water, cinnamon stick, dried orange peel, cloves, and ginger.
    All ingredients in a large pot
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer for about 30 minutes.
    All ingredients in a large pot cooking down
  • Remove from heat, cover, and let it steep for a few hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
    All ingredients with ginger in a large pot on a stove
  • Strain the mixture using a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove solids.
    Strain out the ingredients of the Sorrel drink
  • Sweeten to taste with sugar. Chill the drink in the refrigerator. Serve over ice, and add a splash of rum if desired.
    Pitcher of Caribbean Sorrel with filled glass next to it
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