Brazilian recipe
Classic Spiced Hot Ginger Liquor Drink (Quentão)
Whip up an aromatic, comforting, and warming drink perfect for chilly nights. This simple beverage features the bold, zesty flavors of spices and fruit.
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Ingredients
1 bottle of cachaça (600 ml)
600 ml of water
500 g of sugar
Peel of 2 oranges
Peel of 1 lemon
50 g of ginger, chopped into small pieces
Cloves to taste
Cinnamon sticks to taste
1 apple, diced into small pieces
600 ml of water
500 g of sugar
Peel of 2 oranges
Peel of 1 lemon
50 g of ginger, chopped into small pieces
Cloves to taste
Cinnamon sticks to taste
1 apple, diced into small pieces
Where to find ingredients
You can find cachaça at local liquor stores or dedicated spirit shops. Fresh ginger, apples, citrus fruits, and baking spices like cinnamon sticks and whole cloves are readily available in the produce and baking aisles of supermarkets across Fiji.
Preparation method
- In a large saucepan, add the sugar, orange peels, lemon peels, ginger, cloves, and cinnamon sticks.
- Place over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar begins to melt and lightly caramelize.
- Carefully pour the cachaça and water into the saucepan.
- Stir well to dissolve the caramel base into the liquid.
- Let the drink simmer over medium heat for about 20 to 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Once cooked, strain the liquid to remove the spices and fruit peels.
- Stir in the diced apple into the strained drink.
- If desired, keep the drink warm over low heat before serving.
Observations
Quentão is a signature Brazilian beverage, particularly iconic during the lively Festas Juninas and on brisk winter evenings. Traditionally crafted with cachaça, it artfully blends warming spices and fruit to create a unique and cozy flavor profile. This recipe is straightforward to prepare and yields a delightful drink that is easily customizable—ideal for sharing at celebrations or simply for enjoying a special, relaxing moment.
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