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Sbiten

A traditional Russian warm drink made with honey, jam, and aromatic spices.

30 minEasyServes 4160 cal/serving

RussianNon-Alcoholic DrinkStovetopVegetarianKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp blackberry jam
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 1 tsp dried mint
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 4 cups water, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 inch sliced fresh ginger, 4 whole cloves, and 1 tsp dried mint in a saucepan.

  2. 2

    Bring to a boil over medium heat, then lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in 1/2 cup honey and 3 tbsp blackberry jam until fully dissolved.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat, mix in 2 tbsp lemon juice, and strain through a fine mesh strainer.

  5. 5

    Serve warm in mugs.

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Questions

What is Sbiten?

A traditional Russian warm drink made with honey, jam, and aromatic spices. This reference files it under Russian non-alcoholic drink: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of honey in Sbiten?

The entry for Sbiten calls for 1/2 cup honey. In its place: Maple syrup or agave, measure for measure, which also makes it vegan.

Is Sbiten vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup honey. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan non-alcoholic drink collection.

How many calories are in Sbiten?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 160 calories, with 0 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 10 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Sbiten for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the water drops from 4 cups to 2 cups; doubled, it is 8 cups. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To make a pitcher, multiply everything and stir over ice at the end.

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