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Alcoholic sorrel-based drink/preparation
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sorrel with alcohol (240 g) has 149 calories. That works out to 62 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.5 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 76.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 64% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
149
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
12.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 12% · Fat 7%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.07 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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 | 149 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 19 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 155 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 223 kcal |
Calculated from 62 calories per 100 g.
Sorrel with alcohol is a drink or infusion that combines sorrel’s tart, leafy flavor with an alcoholic ingredient. Recipes differ: some steep the leaves in an alcoholic drink, while others add alcohol to a prepared sorrel beverage.
Sorrel with alcohol is commonly made by steeping clean sorrel leaves in an alcoholic base or stirring alcohol into a prepared sorrel drink. The recipe determines the spirit and steeping time; avoid crushing the leaves, which can make the flavor harsher.
Yes, sorrel with alcohol can taste tart and herbaceous, with the alcoholic ingredient adding its own flavor. Sweeteners or fruit can soften the sharpness, but the result varies with the sorrel leaves and the recipe.
Yes, sorrel with alcohol can be used as a cocktail ingredient or served as a simple mixed drink. Its tart herbal notes can work with citrus or soda; taste it before adding more spirits because it may already contain alcohol.
Not necessarily. Sorrel with alcohol made by steeping leaves in a spirit is infused, not fermented. Fermentation happens only when a recipe uses fermentable ingredients and yeast or relies on naturally occurring fermentation.
There is no single best alcohol for sorrel with alcohol; it depends on whether you want the sorrel flavor to stand out or the spirit to contribute its own character. A neutral-tasting base keeps the leafy tartness more prominent.
Yes, sorrel with alcohol can be made with dried sorrel, although the flavor and strength may differ from a version made with fresh leaves. Rehydrate or steep the dried ingredient according to the recipe, and strain out solids before serving if desired.
Store sorrel with alcohol in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator, especially when it contains fresh leaves or juice. Its shelf life varies with the recipe and alcohol content; discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes unexpectedly.
No, not necessarily. Jamaican sorrel drink is usually made with hibiscus calyces, while sorrel with alcohol may refer to an alcoholic preparation made with leafy sorrel. The word “sorrel” is used for different plants and drinks.
Sorrel with alcohol can pair well with savory snacks, mild cheeses, or grilled foods, whose saltiness balances its tart herbal flavor. Strongly sweet desserts may overwhelm the sorrel, particularly in a less-sweet preparation.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
76.8µg · 64% DV
Vitamin C
21.6mg · 24% DV
Vitamin A
204µg · 23% DV
Vitamin E
1.68mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Iron
3.36mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
504mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sorrel with alcohol combines the sharp, leafy flavour of sorrel with an alcoholic drink or preparation. It does not have one widely established recipe or serving tradition: the spirit, any sweetener and the way it is made can vary, so the name may describe anything from a mixed drink to a sorrel-infused alcoholic preparation.
Its tart, lightly citrus-like notes contrast with the warmth of alcohol. When served as a drink, it is usually best chilled, either in a small glass or mixed into a cocktail. It is an occasional adult drink rather than an everyday refreshment; outside regions or households with their own recipe, it may be unfamiliar. The listed nutrition is low in fat, with some carbohydrate, while the overall energy depends on the alcohol and any added sweetener. For a lighter-tasting mix, try soda water and citrus instead of extra sugar.
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 3
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
0.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.