Sorrel Drink (Guyana)

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2. Sorrel is a popular drink here in Guyana and the Caribbean in general, during the Christmas holiday season its a must have for some families.
3. I absolutely love this especially on a hot day.
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5. Ingredients 
6. 1. sorrel

1. 2. half a thumb of ginger
2. 3. 1 stick of cinnamon
3. 4. cloves 
4. 5. orange peel
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6. Directions

1. 1. In a pot bring about 10 cups of water to a boil then add the sorrel, cinnamon stick, whole cloves and orange peel and stir continuously while the mixture boils for about two minute.
2. 2. Remove from heat cover and set aside at room temperature for 2 hours or overnight (this process is called steeping) 
3. 3. Strain through a fine sieve and discard the spices and the sorrel remains. at this point you can add your sweetener of choice, i'm vegan so i add maple syrup to mine , but of course you can add sugar or honey whichever you choose.
4. 4. Transfer to glass jar (do not use plastic) and refrigerate,
5. Enjoy
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