Sorrel City is a small-batch Jamaican sorrel beverage business based in the NY/CT area. We brew bottled sorrel from a family recipe — hibiscus petals, ginger, cloves, orange peel steeped slow — with optional rum or wine added on request.

Where do you deliver?

Local courier delivery (via Uber Direct) within about 10 miles of our Bronx kitchen, quoted live at checkout. Self-pickup from the Bronx is free, and we run occasional flat-fee delivery days to areas farther out.

How much lead time do I need?

Two days minimum. Each batch is steeped slowly so we need time to brew and bottle your order.

Zelle (preferred — verify within an hour), cash at handoff, or tap-to-pay with Apple Pay or Google Pay on our terminal at pickup or delivery.

Journal · Health & nutrition

Sorrel's Gentle Heritage

2026-10-18 · 2 min read

Glass of sorrel drink with hibiscus petals and ginger on a tablecloth

On a crisp winter morning in the Bronx, the warmth of a traditional Jamaican sorrel drink is a welcome respite from the chill. Sorrel City's hand-bottled sorrel, made with hibiscus, is a staple of the holiday season, particularly around Christmas and New Year's, when families gather to share in the festive spirit and enjoy the soothing flavor of the drink, which is often associated with a sense of comfort and relaxation, according to some people who have studied the plant's properties and its potential effects on overall well-being.

According to researchers, hibiscus, the main ingredient in sorrel, is often associated with a number of traditional practices, including its potential effects on hydration and as a source of vitamin C and antioxidants, which are essential for maintaining good health, as part of a balanced diet and lifestyle. Some people find that drinking sorrel, with its deep red color and slightly tart flavor, is a soothing way to unwind during the busy holiday season, and Sorrel City is happy to provide this traditional drink to its customers, who can start an order online or visit our home page to learn more about the company and its products.

The Cultural Significance of Sorrel

Sorrel City is proud to be a part of the rich cultural heritage of the Caribbean, where sorrel is a beloved drink that is often served at social gatherings and special occasions, such as holidays and festivals. The drink is traditionally believed to have a number of health benefits, although these are not universally accepted and more research is needed to fully understand the effects of sorrel and hibiscus on human health, and Sorrel City is committed to providing its customers with a high-quality, traditional sorrel drink that is made with the finest ingredients and is deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of Jamaica.

A Traditional Drink with a Rich History

Sorrel City's sorrel drink is made with a combination of hibiscus, ginger, and other spices, which are carefully blended to create a unique and refreshing flavor profile that is both soothing and invigorating, and is often enjoyed during the holiday season, when families and friends gather to share in the festive spirit and enjoy the warm, comforting flavor of the drink, which is a staple of Jamaican tradition and culture, and is available in a variety of sizes, including 1 Gallon, 1/2 Gallon, and 16 oz, with optional rum, wine, or sugar, to suit every taste and preference.

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