Sbiten with sea buckthorn
6 servings
30 minutes
Sea buckthorn sbiten is an ancient Russian drink that warms the soul and body. Its history dates back to times when tea was not yet popular, and people prepared fragrant honey broths with spices. Sea buckthorn, rich in vitamins and antioxidants, gives sbiten a tart, slightly sour taste that harmonizes with the sweetness of honey and the rich aroma of spices. The drink not only quenches thirst but also helps strengthen immunity, making it indispensable in cold weather. Sbiten is best served hot or warm, enjoying its thick, rich flavor and spicy fragrance. It is perfect for cozy winter evenings when you want to wrap yourself in a warm blanket and savor the moment.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Bring the water to a boil.
- Water: 1 l
3
Add honey, reduce the heat to minimum, and simmer for 15 minutes. If foam appears, remove it with a skimmer.
- Honey: 200 g
4
Add cloves, cinnamon, star anise, bay leaf, and allspice to the honey broth.
- Cloves: 1 piece
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
- Star anise: 2 pieces
- Bay leaf: 1 piece
- Allspice berries: 3 pieces
5
Add sea buckthorn and remove from heat. Let the sbiten cool and absorb the flavors of the berries and spices.
- Sea buckthorn: 150 g
6
Serve the ready sbiten hot or warm.