Clean the pineapple by soaking in a water and vinegar solution for 2-3 minutes

While the pineapple is soaking, soak the dates in warm water then drain when nice and soft

Pluck a few leaves from the pineapple crown and peel the pineapple

Cut the pineapple fruit in chunks removing the core

In a blender, blend the pineapple fruit with the ginger, spices and dates till smooth

In a pot, add the pineapple leaves, skin, blended mixture, and spices with 10 cups of water and bring to a boil. Do not cover the pot otherwise it will splash

One the water has come to a boil, add the sorrel and bring the heat down to allow the mixture to steep at a rolling boil

Let it steep for at least 30 minutes, then turn off the stove

Add sugar to taste, I added ~ 3/4 cup of brown sugar, adding 1/4 at a time and tasting to make sure I was getting the right sweetness

Let it cool till the drink is completely cool (room temperature)

Strain drink with a fine mesh strainer. if you have the energy, you can also use a nut milk bag to really get all the bits.

Bottle and keep in the fridge