Sesame Seed Juice

Sesame seed juice, made from blending toasted sesame seeds, water, and sugar, is a traditional beverage of Puerto Rico. It's a refreshing and toasty drink.

Sesame Seed Juice

Course: DrinksCuisine: European
Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

5

minutes
Additional Time

1

minute
Total Time

1 hr 15 mins

Servings

32

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces — sesame seeds

  • 2 cups — white sugar

  • 1 gallon — water, or as needed

Directions

  • Cook sesame seeds in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until toasted and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; cover with a lid.
  • Place sugar in blender and enough water to fill halfway; add seeds. Blend until smooth; strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher. Repeat blending and straining if a thinner drink is desired, adding more water as desired. Refrigerate juice until cooled, about 1 hour.

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