What is sherbet?

What is the difference between ice cream and sorbet?

The classic ice cream is available in many different variations such as fruit ice cream, cream ice cream, yoghurt ice cream or milk ice cream. The sorbet is another form of ice cream and differs from the other types of ice cream mainly in that Type of preparation.

For the production of ice cream milk, cream or yogurt used. Some varieties consist of 50% dairy products, others even up to 70%. However, no ingredients are used in the production of sorbet Dairy products used.

Sherbet consists mostly of fruit. That should be the case Ice According to the guidelines for ice cream, a fruit content of at least 15% for citrus fruits and 25% for all other fruits.

The classic ingredients for sorbet are always fruits, Water and sugar. Some sorbets contain additional egg whites so that they are creamier and you don't have to let them thaw before consumption.

Vegans should therefore pay attention to whether egg whites have been used in the sorbet. The vegan version omits the egg whites or replaces them with “Aquafaba”, which is chickpea water and a good alternative to traditional egg whites.

What types of sorbet are there?

In addition to the ice cream variant, sorbets are particularly popular as a refreshment as an ice-cold drink or slush ice. As semi-frozen dessert Sorbet is also popular as a delicious intermediate course in multi-course meals.

Sorbets usually consist of fruit juice, fruit puree and sugar. But not just fruits, but also Vegetables such as cucumbers, peppers or kohlrabi can serve as a sorbet base. There are no limits to your imagination when choosing fruits or vegetables. In addition to the classic lemon, raspberries, blueberries and of course strawberries are also very popular. But it can also be something exotic like mango, passion fruit or pomegranate.

In some recipes, fruit juice is replaced with champagne or Wine replaced. Herbs such as basil, rosemary, mint or lemon balm contribute to a very special taste experience. Simply create your own ice cream and be really creative.

Make your own sorbet - champagne sorbet

If you want to serve something very special for your guests in the summer, simply make your own sorbet. Our champagne sorbet is the perfect way to cool off on hot days and awakens your spirits and your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle of champagne or sparkling wine (e.g. b. a good Riesling sparkling wine)
• 1 organic lemon
• 150g sugar
• 150ml water

Preparation:

1. First, boil the sugar with the water, stirring constantly. Let it simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved.
2. Allow the sugar-water mixture to cool thoroughly.
3. Wash the lemon thoroughly.
4. Grate the lemon peel and add the lemon zest to the sugar-water mixture.
5. Squeeze the lemon and add it Juice added.
6. Pour the champagne or sparkling wine over everything and stir it well.
7. Then everything goes into the ice cream maker. If you don't have an ice cream maker, put the mixture in a bowl and let it sit for approx. 5 hours in the freezer. Please don't forget to stir every hour.

For the Serve Let the sorbet thaw a little and fill it into glasses as ice balls (ice cream ball former or two tablespoons for cutting) and then fill them with sparkling wine or champagne.

Sorbet is a very popular, refreshing ice cream variant.

In contrast to the other ice cream creations, it is made entirely without dairy products. This gives it its unmistakable fruity and tangy character. A real highlight for cooling off, not just in summer.