Served hot at Gelida celebrations in cold hemispheres, this steeped fruit drink is flavorful and oh so simple
steep (verb): to soak (food, coffee, or tea) in water or other liquid as a means of extracting the flavor of the ingredients
INGREDIENTS
- 6 cups drinking water
- 2 cups dried fruits – your preferred combination of apples, apricots, dates, figs, pears, and prunes. Add cranberries if your taste runs tart
- Cinnamon stick (optional)
- Zest of orange (orange slices make a lovely garnish)
- Squeeze of lemon
- Honey to taste (optional)
- Rosemary sprig garnish (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place fruit and water in a large pot and boil on low for 30 minutes.
- Store overnight to allow flavors to meld
- The following day, sweeten with honey and dilute with additional water to desired consistency and taste.