Maltese Christmas Drink [Vegan]

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Imbuljuta tal-Qastan — Maltese Christmas Drink [Vegan]

Imbuljuta tal-Qastan is a traditional Maltese drink served after Midnight Mass on Christmas as well as on New Year’s Eve. This spicy drink, includes chestnuts, citrus, and a blend of holiday spices for a drink that’s truly festive.

Ingredients You Need for Imbuljuta tal-Qastan: Maltese Christmas Drink [Vegan]

2 cups dried peeled chestnuts
1 cup sugar
1 cup cocoa powder
1 cinnamon stick
6 cloves
1/2 teaspoon spice blend (cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, to your liking)
Rind of 1 tangerine
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons sour cream (optional)

How to Prepare Imbuljuta tal-Qastan: Maltese Christmas Drink [Vegan]

Wash and soak the chestnuts for at least 8 hours.
Drain and put the chestnuts in a pan. Add 4 cups of water, cinnamon, cloves, cocoa powder, sugar, spice blend, and mandarin rind cut into small pieces.
Bring to a boil and simmer until the chestnuts are tender for about 1 hour.
Break the chestnuts into small pieces with a large spoon without crushing them.
Dissolve the cornstarch in a little water and add to thicken the sauce slightly.
Serve hot in a cup or a bowl.