A refreshing, tangy-sweet deep crimson drink brewed from dried hibiscus petals with ginger, cloves, and pineapple — Ghana's favourite chilled beverage.
Instructions
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Rinse hibiscus petals. Place in pot with ginger, cloves, cinnamon, and water.
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Bring to a boil and simmer 20 minutes until deep red.
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3
Strain through fine sieve into pitcher. Press to extract all liquid.
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4
Blend pineapple, strain juice into the sobolo. Add sugar to taste.
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5
Chill thoroughly and serve over ice.
Did You Know?
Sobolo vendors at Ghanaian roadsides serve it in small plastic bags — you bite a corner off and drink, a skill every Ghanaian masters in childhood.
The Story Behind Sobolo
Sobolo, also known as bissap across West Africa, is brewed from the abundant hibiscus plant. In Ghana, it became a commercial success with roadside vendors and small-scale producers, evolving from a home drink to a widespread entrepreneurial product.
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