The word sherbet does not have a single universal definition. The fact is that different peoples use it as a name for national dishes. These dishes are completely different from each other. They are united only by the fact that they are all sweet.
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Types of Sherbet
So, sherbet has many faces. In different cultures, he is his own. For example, in Britain it is a soluble powder that is used in the preparation of soda. In many countries, this is the name of ordinary popsicles made from juice of berries and fruits. In Tajik national cuisine, sorbet is a thick syrup. It is very sugared and resembles liquid jam. In the east, it is a sweet, colorful fudge with nuts. It is prepared on a fruit and cream base. A lot of crushed walnut is put in it and served in a different form. A liquid sorbet is like a sugary-sweet, thick milk drink. Solid - reminds halva. Another variety of sorbet is a traditional drink of Islamic countries. Religion dictates many prohibitions, so people were looking for all kinds of recipes for dishes and drinks that bring a sense of joy and happiness.
The Islamic world has a strict ban on alcohol. As an alternative, sorbet was invented in the form of a drink. It excites love passion, in some cases it is used as a healing potion.
It was believed that sorbet invigorates, cures many diseases, including mental ailments. It was cooked from rose hips, roses, dogwood, a mixture of spices was added. Today it is a cool, refreshing drink made from a mixture of juices, sugar, ice cream and aromatic spices.