Russian Hot Honey Beverage (Sbiten)
A traditional Russian hot honey beverage, sbiten can be prepared with or without alcohol and is often enjoyed as a warming winter drink.
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Instructions
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Combine honey, cloves, cinnamon sticks, ginger, blackberry jam, water or wine, nutmeg, and optional mint leaves and chile peppers in a medium saucepan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the honey and jam fully dissolve.
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Allow the sbiten to cool to room temperature, then strain through cheesecloth and transfer to an airtight container.
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Refrigerate and reheat for serving.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
183 kcal
Carbohydrate:
47 g
Cholesterol:
0 mg
Fiber:
1 g
Protein:
0 g
Saturated Fat:
0 g
Sodium:
29 mg
Sugar:
36 g
Fat:
0 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g