Born of the spice trade, versions of sorrel date back to the 1600s, when hibiscus flowers were first imported to the New World from West Africa and hibiscus- based beverages became a Caribbean tradition. Made with Moroccan hibiscus blended with Brazilian clove, Indonesian cassia and Nigerian ginger, this bright red liqueur from Brooklyn is a modern twist on a timeless classic
Translated from the original Dutch, it means “Unity Makes Strength”. It’s the official Brooklyn motto, and the underlying motif beneath everything we do at Jack From Brooklyn. The power of community. The belief that we are stronger together than we are apart.
Still the fourth largest city in America, Brooklyn has always been a place where diverse cultures intermingle. From the first Dutch settlers almost 400 years ago right up until today, it’s a place where creativity and tenacity combine to create industry. From the original Brooklyn Navy Yard established in 1801, to the burgeoning fraternity of specialty craft food creators today, Bro