Mauby
Mauby is a refreshing, bittersweet Caribbean drink that starts with mauby bark boiled down with aromatic spices like cinnamon and cloves. The bark imparts a unique earthy flavor, balanced with sugar for sweetness.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 oz mauby bark or mauby concentrate available in most Caribbean grocery stores
- 4 cups water
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 2-3 whole cloves
- 1 star anise optional
- 1-2 cups sugar to taste
- Juice of one lime optional
Instructions
- Boil the bark: Add the mauby bark to a large pot with water, cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to fully infuse.
- Strain: Remove from heat and strain the liquid to remove the bark and spices.
- Add Water: While the liquid is still warm, pour 1 cup of the Mauby concentrate into a pitcher and 5 cups of water, add sugar and stir until dissolved. Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
- Cool and Serve: Let the drink cool completely, then refrigerate. Serve cold, and add a squeeze of lime for extra flavor if you like.
Notes
You can also adjust the level of bitterness by controlling how long you let the bark steep—longer steeping leads to a stronger, more bitter taste.
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