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Sobolo

↳ from Ghana, Ghana

Ghana's hibiscus drink, spiced with ginger and cloves and sold in bags or bottles.

History

Sobolo is a Ghanaian name for the West African hibiscus drink, served at celebrations and funerals.

Ingredients

  • Dried hibiscus
  • Ginger
  • Cloves
  • Pineapple peel
  • Sugar
  • Water

How it's made

  1. Boil hibiscus with ginger and cloves
  2. Steep
  3. Strain
  4. Sweeten
  5. Chill

Ratings & notes

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