![]() If you're lucky enough to have visited the islands during the festive season, then you already know about some the culinary dishes which are prepared during this time.Įach island brings something unique to the table and that is what I love about the Caribbean embracing each island's uniqueness. With that being said, I want to focus on the Caribbean style of making Sorrel as this is what the post is about. Some of you maybe familiar with it's other several different names Florida Cranberry, Hibiscus Sabdariffa, Saril, Bissap just to name a few and believe me there are SO many names for it. ![]() Sorrel when fully matured bears a bright crimson hue and this is what is used to make the drink. Although the zobo drink includes pineapple where as sorrel does not and that is the main difference between the 2 beverages. In Nigeria, the origins of sorrel, it is known by the name of zobo. The easiest way to distinguish is not to mistake it for the common or garden sorrel which is a leafy green herb or hibiscus rosa-sinensis, a bright coloured flower. There's so much confusion in respect to sorrel. A species native to West Africa which was brought over to the Caribbean during the transatlantic slave period. Sorrel is the common name that is given to the sepals of the hibiscus plant known Roselle. **Are you looking for some exclusive Caribbean recipes for Christmas? If so, don't forget to check out my seasonal e-book entitled " The Caribbean Holiday Recipe Cookbook" - Purchase your copy today** What is sorrel? Grab a glass, sit back and get yourself in the festive mood with this delicious island Christmas drink. Although with that being said I couldn't miss the opportunity to submit this wonderful sorrel drink recipe. Slow cooker and instant pot friendly!!Īs we are fast approaching Christmas I've been working hard behind the scenes on a few projects. My take on this festive drink is sweetened to be low GI and non alcoholic making it suitable for drivers or children. This is a wonderful spice infused Caribbean beverage that is consumed during Christmas and throughout the new year period.
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