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Syrian jallab date and grape molasses drink over ice with raisins and mint.

Syrian Jallab (Date and Grape Molasses Drink)

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A chilled Syrian drink made with date syrup, grape molasses, rose water, lemon, and ice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Syrian
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Jallab drink
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 0.5 cup date syrup
  • 2 tbsp grape molasses
  • 2 tbsp rose water
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • 0.25 cup golden raisins for serving
  • 4 sprigs fresh mint for serving

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Long spoon
  • Four tall glasses
  • Citrus juicer

Method
 

Mix the drink:
  1. Whisk the cold water, date syrup, grape molasses, rose water, and lemon juice in a pitcher until the syrups are fully dissolved.
  2. Taste and add a little more lemon for brightness or water if the mixture is too concentrated.
Serve:
  1. Fill four tall glasses with ice. Pour in the jallab and garnish with golden raisins and mint.
  2. Serve immediately, stirring each glass before drinking.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 37gSodium: 8mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33g

Notes

  • The drink should be sweet, lightly floral, and refreshing rather than heavy.
  • Traditional garnishes vary; raisins are used here to keep the recipe nut-free.