Cherbet Mazhar (Refreshing drink made with Algerian flowers)
A refreshing drink originating in Algeria, made with orange blossom water and spices.
The Algerian drink, “Cherbet,” made from orange blossoms, is a refreshing beverage. It is traditionally served during wedding proposals, in accordance with Algerian customs.
Ingredients and directions
- Prep time10 min
- Cook time5 min
- Resting30 min
- Total45 min
- DifficultyEasy
- CostBudget
- Cooking methodjar
- Estimated cost$4.39 $1.10 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.
Ingredients
people
- $4.21
- $0.10
- $0.08
Prices from US supermarkets for 2 of 3 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.
Directions
- Place the water and orange blossom water in a large pot over medium heat. Stir with a wooden spoon. ≈ 4 min
- Add the ground cinnamon and mix until it is completely dissolved. Then, add the sugar and mix everything thoroughly. ≈ 4 min
- Once the sugar is completely dissolved, pour the drink into a pitcher and let it cool in the refrigerator. Serve with quince jam or seasonal fruits.
The bill
Cherbet Mazhar (Refreshing drink made with Algerian flowers)
- 1 cup of orange blossom water$4.21
- 2 to 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar (to taste)$0.10
- 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon$0.08
Total$4.39
that's $1.10 per person
Estimated price; varies by store.
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