Sbiten is a lovely spiced honey drink, perfect for cold winter days and anyone feeling under the weather. It is also extremely easy, and uses ingredients you likely already have at home. Be prepared— it’s very sweet.
4 cups (1 liter) of water
2 bay leaves
½ cup (200 grams) honey
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp each ginger and nutmeg
1 small pinch of cloves
1 lemon, for garnish
Boil the water and let cool slightly. Add the honey and boil for 20 minutes, then add the bay leaves and spices and heat for 5 more minutes. Strain and add lemon slices.