Amazing 5 Mulled Cranberry Spiced Holiday Punch
Sip on the warmth of the season with this Mulled Cranberry Spiced Holiday Punch. It is a comforting, aromatic drink perfect for gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cranberry juice
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or to taste)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 6 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional: 1 cup red wine or brandy for an adult version
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients, except optional alcohol, in a large pot.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let the punch steep for at least 20 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
- If using, stir in the optional wine or brandy after removing from heat.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Strain the punch to remove the whole spices and orange slices before serving.
- Serve warm in mugs.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, skip the wine or brandy entirely.
- You can substitute orange slices with fresh cranberries for garnish.
- If you prefer a less intense spice flavor, reduce the number of cloves and star anise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: Approx. 150
- Sugar: Approx. 35g
- Sodium: Low
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 38g
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Protein: Less than 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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