Trabzon's cherry laurel compote simmers the fruit with cinnamon into a lightly tannic Black Sea drink.
8 min prep 14 min cook
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Put the cherry laurel berries, sugar, and cinnamon stick in a pot with 5 cups water.
Boil the mixture for 8 to 12 minutes until the fruit flavor becomes clear.
Strain the drink, cool completely, and serve.
💡 Tip: Boil the fruit without crushing it so the color deepens while the liquid stays clear.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve cold, leaving a few berries in the pitcher.
~62
kcal calories
1
g protein
14
g carbs
0
g fat
8.5g
Sugar
0.3g
Fiber
8.1mg
Sodium
0g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (75%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Light satiety, you'll get hungry again soon
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