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Cherbet Mazhar (Algerian Flower Water Drink)

Name: Cherbet Mazhar (Algerian Flower Water Drink)
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 1 L of fresh water; 1 large glass of orange blossom water; 2–3 tbsp of granulated sugar (depending on taste); 1 tsp of cinnamon powder; 1 stick of cinnamon

Orange Blossom Cherbet (شربات ماء زهر, Cherbet Mazhar) is a refreshing Algerian drink. It originates from Algiers and is also called Cherbet Khotba (Proposal Cherbet) as it is only served during marriage proposals as per Algiers' traditions.

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Ingredients

Makes

1 L of fresh water
1 large glass of orange blossom water
2–3 tbsp of granulated sugar (depending on taste)
1 tsp of cinnamon powder
1 stick of cinnamon

Ingredients for 3 servings (1 kg) · the original recipe

Method

1
Combine water and orange blossom water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir with a wooden spoon.
Stovetop
2
Add the cinnamon powder and stir until it fully dilutes. Then add the sugar, and mix everything well.
3
When the sugar is completely dissolved, transfer the drink to a pitcher and let it cool in the fridge. Serve with quince jam or seasonal fruit.

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