Kompot

Kompot

Kompot is a traditional Eastern European fruit beverage made by simmering a variety of fruits in water with sugar and spices.

Ingredients

  • Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
  • Cloves (6)
  • Cinnamon sticks (2)
  • Sugar (1 cup)
  • Water (8 cups)
  • Mixed fruits (6 cups, chopped)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the chopped fruits, water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Remove the pot from the heat and let the kompot cool for 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice and let the kompot cool completely.
  5. Strain the kompot to remove the fruits and spices.
  6. Serve the chilled kompot in glasses or mugs, and optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves.
  7. Enjoy the refreshing and fruity kompot!

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Beverage • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 120 • Fat: 0g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 1g • Sodium: 5mg • Sugar: 25g