Growing up, I always knew Christmas was close when the market stalls started overflowing with fresh sorrel — those glossy red calyces that promise long nights of laughter and clinking glasses. Once that first batch hit the pot with ginger and cloves, the whole house would smell like Christmas itself.
Sorrel has always been the star of our holiday table, but every now and then, I like to give it a little twist — something elegant, easy, and oh-so-festive. That’s how Sorrel Sparkle came about. It’s a drink that suits everyone at the table, whether you’re having yours straight or with a touch of spirit.
✨ The Mocktail
When I’m making the mocktail, I start with my fresh, chilled sorrel base — already rich with spice and colour. Then I add a splash of ginger ale or sparkling water, just enough to make it dance with bubbles. A squeeze of lime brightens the flavour, and it’s instantly refreshing.
🥃 The Cocktail
For the grown-ups, I reach for a good dark rum — the kind with depth and a hint of molasses. A shot into the chilled sorrel, a twist of orange zest on top, and suddenly it feels like something you’d serve at a holiday party under twinkling lights. It’s smooth, rich, and full of Christmas cheer.
🌿 Finishing Touches
Whether mocktail or cocktail, presentation makes all the difference. I like to serve mine in clear glasses rimmed with sugar and garnished with a mint sprig or a sliver of candied ginger. It’s simple, elegant, and festive without fuss.
💫 A Toast to the Season
So here’s to the season — to laughter in the kitchen, family around the table, and that unmistakable taste of Caribbean Christmas in every glass. Cheers, and may your sorrel always sparkle!
The Grey-Haired Gardener
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