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Sorghum Water
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This is a sorghum-based riff on an Australian classic, barley water. As a simple switch, the barley has been replaced by sorghum for a refreshing, grassy flavor that pairs nicely with the addition of lemon and honey.
Barley water is a simple and delicious beverage consumed the world over with incredible health benefits as well as interesting historical context. Primarily influenced by English tradition to consume barley water as a health beverage, it was brought to Australia during colonial times. It took off as a refreshing and nourishing drink for farmers and workers trying to stay hydrated and healthy in the hot arid outback.
From there, it stuck and became a fundamental drink across the entire nation made with simple ingredients that could be found in any person’s home or pantry.
Enjoy this sorghum water for its delicious flavor and feel free to add juice or other mixers to make it your own delicious and refreshing drink.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup whole grain sorghum, rinsed
- 4 cups water
- 2 lemons, both zest and juice
- 2 tablespoons honey, plus more to taste
- Ice, as needed, for serving
- Lemon slices, as needed, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the sorghum and water, in a medium sauce pot over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for roughly 45 minutes or until the grains are tender.
- Strain the sorghum to use in other delicious recipes, reserving the cooking liquid in a heat proof pitcher.
- Cool the liquid for 10 minutes, then add the lemon zest, lemon juice and honey, stirring to combine. Taste and add more honey as needed.
- Chill the sorghum water in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, then serve over ice with lemon slices.
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