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Sorel Liqueur
Est. 2012Spirits

Sorel Liqueur

Founded by Jackie Summers · Brooklyn, NY

The Story

Sorel Liqueur was born from Jackie Summers' childhood memories of sorrel tea in his Caribbean household. Growing up, there was always a pitcher of sorrel — a type of hibiscus tea — in the kitchen. After the kids were in bed, the adults would add a splash of rum. Summers turned that memory into a 30-proof liqueur flavored with hibiscus, cloves, cassia, nutmeg, and ginger. Launched in 2012 from Red Hook, Brooklyn, Sorel made history as the first spirit produced by a Black-licensed distiller since Prohibition.
Jackie Summers

Jackie Summers

Founder

Jackie Summers is the founder of Jack from Brooklyn and creator of Sorel Liqueur. In 2012, he became the first Black man in the United States to be granted a license to make liquor since Prohibition ended in 1933. His hibiscus-based liqueur draws from his Caribbean heritage and has become one of America's most awarded craft spirits.

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Stories about Sorel Liqueur

Sorel Liqueur: Crafting Modern Classics with a Taste of Tradition

Discover the vibrant, spiced world of Sorel Liqueur, a Black-owned spirit reviving Caribbean traditions. Explore how this versatile liqueur is inspiring fresh, innovative cocktails like the “Autumn in New York” and “Cranberry Sorel Spritz.”

Sorel Negroni: A Caribbean Twist on a Classic with Chef Nelson German

Discover the vibrant Sorel Negroni, a modern classic that infuses the iconic Italian cocktail with the unique, spiced notes of Black-owned Sorel Liqueur. This recipe, highlighted by Chef Nelson German, brings an Afro-Latino perspective to your home bar.

Sip the Sun: Ten to One's Vibrant Hibiscus Hot Toddy

Discover a vibrant new cocktail from Ten to One Rum, blending Caribbean warmth with refreshing hibiscus. This recipe is perfect for exploring the versatility of Black-owned spirits.

Black Label Spirits Ignites a New Era of Artist Ownership in Spirits

A groundbreaking collaboration has launched Black Label Spirits, a new venture championing artist ownership and generational wealth in the spirits industry. This initiative marks a significant step forward for Black entrepreneurship.

From the Encyclopedia

The Cultural Legacy of Sorrel and Sorel Liqueur in Black American Communities

Jackie Summers: Pioneering the Post-Prohibition Spirits Industry

Organizations and Initiatives Supporting Black Winemakers in America

The Enduring Cultural Significance of the Red Drink in Black American Communities

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