Sharbat Sekanjebin

Sweet and Sour Mint Cordial

Preparation info
  • Makes

    8

    servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Bitter & Sweet: Global Flavors from an Iranian-American Kitchen

By Omid Roustaei and Lauren Ko

Published 2025

  • About

Long before the rise of processed, sugary sodas, Iran had a variety of refreshing beverages called sharbat. These chilled drinks boast vibrant colors and enticing flavors, with three essential components: acidity, sweetness, and flavor.

This sharbat features a syrup known as sekanjebin, a combination of sugar, wine vinegar, and mint.