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Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat

A chilled North African festive drink made by blending almond milk with orange blossom water, a touch of honey or agave, and ice for a fragrant, cooling refreshment.

10 minEasyServes 4150 cal/serving

North AfricanNon-Alcoholic DrinkBlenderVeganLow CarbDairy-FreeGluten-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tbsp orange blossom water
  • 1/4 cup agave nectar (or maple syrup)
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • 2 tsp rose water (optional)
  • 2 tbsp shelled pistachios (for garnish), roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 4 cups unsweetened almond milk, 2 tbsp orange blossom water, 1/4 cup agave nectar (or maple syrup), 1/2 tsp almond extract, and 2 tsp rose water (optional) in a blender.

  2. 2

    Add 2 cups ice cubes and blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth and frothy.

  3. 3

    Taste and adjust sweetness or floral flavor as needed.

  4. 4

    Pour into tall glasses and garnish with 2 tbsp roughly chopped shelled pistachios (for garnish). Serve immediately.

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What is Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat?

A chilled North African festive drink made by blending almond milk with orange blossom water, a touch of honey or agave, and ice for a fragrant, cooling refreshment. This reference files it under North African non-alcoholic drink: made in a blender, rated easy and about 10 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for maple syrup in Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat?

The entry for Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat calls for 1/4 cup agave nectar (or maple syrup). In its place: Honey, measure for measure, or brown sugar dissolved in a little warm water.

Is Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat keto-friendly?

A serving of Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat carries 16 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 80 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 16 percent.

Does Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat contain tree nuts?

Yes: 4 cups unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 tsp almond extract and 2 tbsp shelled pistachios (for garnish), roughly chopped. The full allergen list for this entry is tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Almond Milk and Orange Blossom Sharbat?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 150 calories, with 3 g protein, 16 g carbohydrate and 8 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 140 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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