Belarusian sbiten
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Sbiten can perfectly replace hot drinks during cold seasons. Make it not too strong, and then you'll be able to enjoy it longer and more. I prepare sbiten in a thermos and drink it throughout the day. Sbiten is especially beneficial when you have a cold or cough. During illness, it's important to drink plenty of fluids, so instead of only herbal teas or tea with lemon, try preparing sbiten using this recipe. Here's how to make Belarusian sbiten: 1. Toast the sugar in a pan until it turns brown. Add a little hot water. 2. Mix honey with water and boil for 20 minutes. 3. Then add spices—cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and a bay leaf—to the honey syrup. Boil the mixture for another 5 minutes. Let it steep for a while afterward. 4. Once the sbiten has cooled, strain it and color it with the caramelized sugar. Serve hot or warm. Enjoy your drink and stay healthy! Ready to serve.