The Panamanian Roselle drink is an exquisite aperitif that promotes good digestion and became very popular during the Panama Canal construction era.
The roselle drink is characterized by its distinctive pink color and pleasant sweet and sour taste, making it a popular choice for gatherings or simply on a hot day.
To start, you need to harvest the fully ripe roselle petals, which will give the beverage its characteristic flavor. Then, proceed to cook and mix the ingredients. Finally, the drink is cooled and served very cold, ready to be enjoyed in the company of friends and family.
It is said that this beverage was consumed by indigenous peoples in pre-Columbian times, as part of their rituals and celebrations.
Venture to try this delicious beverage and immerse yourself in a piece of Panama's rich culinary tradition.
Panamanian Roselle Drink
Ingredients
½ kilogram of Roselle petals
100 grams of Ginger
1 liter of Water
1 pinch of Cinnamon
4 Cloves
Sugar
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, start by washing the roselle petals and placing them in an appropriate container.
Step 2 : Next, mix the water with the ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
Step 3 : Bring this mixture to a boil for approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 4 : Once boiled, add the roselle petals and let it rest until the water acquires its characteristic red color.
Step 5 : Then, strain the mixture, add sugar to taste, and finally serve the beverage either cold or hot according to personal preference.
