Tropical Sun 100% Natural Dry Sorrel Dried Hibiscus Flowers (100g)

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Whole Allspice Berries(Pimento Berries/Seeds) – a key ingredient in many Jamaican dishes and drinks, this aromatic spice is especially crucial here and should definitely be added. Soliman GA. Dietary fiber, atherosclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. Nutrients. 2019;11(5):1155. doi:10.3390/nu11051155 Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Add ginger, sorrel (dried or fresh), and allspice berries (pimento berries/seeds). Give a stir, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Then remove from heat and let sit, covered for 12 hours to overnight. 2. Strain and Sweeten The potential vitamin C content in sorrel is impressive. A single cup of sorrel contains 106% of your daily recommended intake, which can help optimize your immune system. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, supports the skin’s function as a barrier against pathogens and protects against environmental oxidative stress by optimizing oxidant scavenging activity of the skin. [16] [17] [18] May Help Soothe Skin Conditions Ohio Agricultural Reasearch and Development Center. Red Sorrel ( Rumex acetosella). Ohio Perennial and Biennial Weed Guide. College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Science, The Ohio State University. 2020.

Bello O, et al. (2019). Wild vegetable Rumex acetosa linn.: Its ethnobotany, pharmacology and phytochemistry – A review. Steeping is Important– whether you prefer it sweet or tart, for a deep, satisfying flavour, this step is necessary so don’t rush it. Sorrel can steep for up to 3 days. The longer you steep it, the more tart and boastful it will be. But don’t worry because you can always balance the taste when you add your sweetener. Steep– Let it steep for about 45 minutes or longer. You can also steep it overnight in the fridge for a more potent flavor. (Photo 5)

One test-tube study compared the antioxidant properties of 10 plant extracts and found that red sorrel exhibited the highest antioxidant activity ( 8 ). Fresh Ginger–if you can get your hands on Jamaican/Caribbean fresh ginger root, opt for this as it has a stronger more pungent flavour and taste. Use a mallet to pound the ginger to allow the flavours to infuse into the drink. Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum – this is a classic Jamaican white rum, use this or your rum of choice.

Make it into a grown-up punch. Add a grown-up twist by incorporating spiced rum or white rum into your Sorrel Drink. This version is perfect for adult holiday gatherings. Just remember to enjoy responsibly! THANK YOU for all of your support, for visiting my blog, commenting, and sharing my recipes with your friends and family. I am SO thankful for you!It has a unique flavor. The fusion of tanginess from dried sorrel petals, the warmth of ginger, and the aromatic touch of cloves give this drink a symphony of flavors like no other.

Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.) Sorrel, the Jamaican name for a type of hibiscus flower, is a popular drink in many parts of the world. While it is deliciously refreshing and can be enjoyed anytime of year, its festive color and seasonal spices make it an ideal Christmas punch. Keeps Well– this sorrel drink can be made at the beginning on the Christmas holidays and last until the new year, once preserved and stored correctly!Atanassova M, et al (2018). Studies on nutritional facts of spring herbs collected from Bulgarian market. I'd better let my brother know he might not be getting the same taste of drink as our cousin makes if he uses the sorrel that grows wild round his place in Italy. He knows it as Rosella too, as we grew up here. They are anti-inflammatory, protecting the body from oxidative damages and helps in smooth digestion. Peric A, Kovacevic SV, Gacesa D, Peric AV. Efficacy and safety of combined treatment of acute rhinosinusitis by herbal medicinal product Sinupret and mometasone furoate nasal spray. ENT Updates 2017;7(2):68-74. Pour the sorrel tea into a vessel(s) that can be fitted with an airtight lid. Close bottles and transfer into the refrigerator to chill thoroughly.