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Low-calorie, refreshing herbal drink
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sorrel mocktail (240 g) has 43 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.1 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
43
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
10.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 6% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 43 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 250 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 63 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
A sorrel mocktail is made by blending or briefly steeping washed sorrel leaves with water, then straining the mixture. Pour it over ice, add lime or lemon juice, and top with sparkling water if you like. Sweeten to taste rather than making the herb’s tartness disappear.
A sorrel mocktail tastes tart, fresh, and distinctly herbal, with a lemony edge from the sorrel leaves. Citrus makes it sharper, while a little sweetener or sparkling water softens the taste. It is not the same flavor as a fruit-juice mocktail.
No, a sorrel mocktail is made without alcohol. It typically combines sorrel leaves with water and citrus, with optional sweetener or sparkling water. If ordering one at a bar, ask whether the mix includes any alcoholic syrup or spirit added separately.
Yes, sparkling water works well in a sorrel mocktail and gives the herbal drink a livelier texture. Prepare and chill the sorrel mixture first, then pour sparkling water into each glass just before serving so the bubbles do not fade.
Yes, dried sorrel can be used for a sorrel mocktail. Steep it briefly in hot water, let the liquid cool completely, and strain it before adding citrus and ice. The result may taste stronger or more concentrated than a version made with fresh leaves.
To keep a sorrel mocktail from tasting bitter, avoid crushing the leaves too hard or leaving them to steep for too long. Strain the mixture once it has the flavor you want, then balance its tartness with a little sweetener or extra sparkling water.
Yes, you can prepare the sorrel-and-citrus base ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator for a short time. Strain or stir it before serving, then add fresh ice and sparkling water. Adding the bubbles early makes the drink go flat.
No, a sorrel mocktail made with sorrel leaves is not the same as Jamaican sorrel drink, which is traditionally made from dried hibiscus calyces. Both can be tart and are often served chilled, but they use different plants and have different flavors.
A sorrel mocktail pairs well with grilled vegetables, savory snacks, and spicy or rich dishes because its tartness refreshes the palate. Serve it chilled, and keep the drink less sweet when the food already has a pronounced sauce or seasoning.
Yes, a sorrel mocktail can be made without added sugar. Use chilled water or sparkling water with the sorrel and citrus, and adjust the amount of lemon or lime to your taste. The drink will retain the herb’s natural sharp, tart character.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
21.6µg · 18% DV
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
Vitamin A
43.2µg · 5% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.96mg · 5% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A Sorrel mocktail is a chilled, alcohol-free drink flavoured with sorrel, the leafy herb known for its sharp, lemony tang. Recipes vary: the leaves may be steeped or blended, then combined with water or sparkling water; citrus or a little sweetener may be added. There is no single standard recipe, and the name can describe different local takes on a refreshing herb-based drink.
Its bright tartness works well alongside a meal or as a cooling drink on a warm day. The drink is low in calories, though its sweetness depends on how much sugar or other sweetener is used. For a lighter version, keep the sweetener modest and let the sorrel and citrus provide most of the flavour.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.