Cherbet Meliana (a refreshing drink)
A traditional Algerian drink made with cherries, it is refreshing and easy to prepare.
Cherbet Meliana is a traditional Algerian drink, originating from the town of Meliana. It is made with sugar cubes, cherry juice, and crushed nuts. This drink is perfect for refreshing yourself during the summer.
Ingredients and directions
- Prep time10 min
- Cook time5 min
- Total15 min
- DifficultyEasy
- CostBudget
- Calories1025 kcal/serving
- Cooking methodboil
- Estimated cost$2.25 $0.56 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.
Ingredients
people
- $1.12
- $1.10
- $0.03
Prices from US supermarkets for 2 of 3 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.
Directions
- Mix sugar cubes with hot water. ≈ 4 min
- Add cherry juice and crushed pits. ≈ 3 min
- Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly, until the syrup flows in a thin stream.
- Remove from the heat and filter the drink. ≈ 3 min
- Pourage into bottles. Serve with sparkling or still water. ≈ 2 min
The bill
Cherbet Meliana (a refreshing drink)
- 1 kg of sugar cubes$1.12
- 1 glass of cherry juice$1.10
- 1 teaspoon of crushed cherry pits$0.03
Total$2.25
that's $0.56 per person
Estimated price; varies by store.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 1025 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 255.9 g |
| Sugars | 254.4 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 0.4 g |
| Salt | 0.01 g |
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