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Two glasses filled with seamoss drink with dried seamoss on the side.
Renee Robley

Irish moss Drink Recipe (Sea moss)

5 from 1 vote
A creamy and spiced Caribbean sea moss drink made with homemade sea moss gel, milk, warming spices, and a hint of bitters. This nourishing punch is packed with nutrients and flavor, making it a deliciously comforting drink you can enjoy chilled or over ice.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 109
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pack dried sea moss 85 grams or 3/4 cup
  • 1 tin evaporated milk 14 oz
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp mixed essence
  • 3 - 4 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
  • Water
  • Lime juice 1/2 lime

Method
 

Making sea moss gel
  1. Wash sea moss under running water, making sure to take out any debris you might find.
  2. Take the washed moss place it into a bowl and cover with water about an inch more. Squirt the lime juice into the water. Soak for at least 1 hour, or longer if needed, until the sea moss is fully rehydrated. Soaking time may vary depending on the sea moss.
  3. Rinse the sea moss out, and discard that original water.
  4. In a pot, cover the sea moss with water and bring to a boil on medium heat.
  5. Boil until the moss has turned into jelly. Dissolved into the water.
  6. Remove from the heat and let it cool. It will continue to thicken.
  7. Store as needed.
Making sea moss drink
  1. Add 1¼ cups of prepared sea moss gel to a high-powered blender.
  2. Add milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, bitters, essence, and blend till combined.
  3. Taste for sweetness and adjust
  4. Strain if desired.
  5. Serve over ice or chill and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 48mgPotassium: 158mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 135IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 124mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

This makes more sea moss gel than you'll need for one batch of Irish moss drink. Measure out 1¼ cups for the drink and store the remaining gel for later use.

Recipe Printed From ThisBagoGirl.com

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