When you hear "sherbet," do heavy flavors come to mind? If so, you must not have tried honey basil sherbet before!

Sherbets prepared with various spices and fruits have maintained their place in Turkish cuisine since the Ottoman Empire. These drinks, with their appetizing aromas and flavors, are especially well-suited for the traditional atmosphere of Ramadan tables. However, the high sugar content might deter you from this delicious treat... So, how about a honey-based recipe? And with the refreshing coolness of basil!

1. WHAT IS HONEY BASIL SHERBET?

In honey basil sherbet, honey, which has a natural sweetness, is used as a sweetener instead of sugar. This creates a delicious drink that everyone from seven to seventy can enjoy with peace of mind! Of course, the fragrant basil, a renowned member of the mint family, contributes significantly to this flavor!

2. MAKING HONEY BASIL SHERBET

Serving:

1.5 Liters

Preparation Time:

20 Minutes

Waiting Time:

4-5 Hours

Materials:

• Pot

• Lemon Squeezer

• Strainer

• Pitcher / Glass Bottle

• Serving Glass

Ingredients:

• Fresh Basil (1 bunch)

• Lemon (1 piece)

• Cinnamon Sticks (3-4 pieces)

• Cloves (3-4 pieces)

• Water (1 liter)

• Balparmak Strained Blossom Plateau Honey (3 tablespoons)

3. HOW TO MAKE HONEY BASIL SHERBET?

• Pour all the water into the pot. Then add the cinnamon sticks and cloves to the water.

• Place the pot on the stove and heat until it boils. In the meantime, squeeze the lemon juice.

• Add the lemon juice to the boiling water, stir a couple of times, and turn off the heat.

• After washing the basil thoroughly, add it to the boiling water with its stems.

• Close the lid of the pot and let it steep for 4-5 hours. (After the waiting period, the water should have turned a pinkish color.)

• After sufficient time, strain the liquid mixture into the serving container. Add 3 tablespoons of Balparmak Strained Blossom Plateau Honey and stir.

• To consume the sherbet cold, let it chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.

4. HONEY BASIL SHERBET PRESENTATION

• Pour the honey basil sherbet into glasses of your desired shape.

• For a more elegant presentation, you can place a lemon slice, a basil leaf, or a cinnamon stick inside the glass, as desired.

• You can add ice cubes to the glasses to increase the coldness of your sherbet.

5. TIPS FOR HONEY BASIL SHERBET RECIPE

Before preparing your sherbet, soak your basil leaves in vinegar water (preferably white vinegar) for 15-20 minutes. This will completely remove chemical residues and invisible microbes. However, you should be careful not to overdo the vinegar! Just a few drops of vinegar will be enough...

Editor's Note: To find the answer to the question "How many calories are in honey basil sherbet?", you can base it on the amount of honey you added [100 gr honey = 304 (kcal) calories].

Enjoy your meal…