Hippocras Non Alcoholic
Experience the rich, warming flavors of medieval-inspired *Hippocras Non-Alcoholic*, a spiced drink perfect for any season. This aromatic beverage combines the natural sweetness of red grape juice with the depth of honey and a medley of fragrant spices like cinnamon, cloves, fresh ginger, and nutmeg. Elevated with a hint of orange zest, this alcohol-free infusion is gently heated to unlock its bold, comforting flavors without boiling, ensuring the spices bloom beautifully. Serve it warm for cozy evenings or chilled over ice for a refreshing take—both options pair wonderfully with any gathering. Ready in just 20 minutes, this unique non-alcoholic recipe is a sophisticated alternative for mocktail enthusiasts and a must-try addition to your repertoire of spiced beverages.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Red grape juice
- 1 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 5 whole Cloves
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger, sliced
- 6 whole Black peppercorns
- 1 pinch Nutmeg
- 1 strip Orange zest
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the red grape juice and water.
Stir in the honey until it is fully dissolved.
Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, sliced ginger, peppercorns, nutmeg, and orange zest to the saucepan.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to just below a simmer. Do not boil, as this can diminish the flavors.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture steep for 15 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse into the liquid.
After steeping, remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof pitcher or bowl to remove the spices.
Serve the Hippocras warm or let it cool to room temperature and serve chilled over ice.
Garnish with an additional strip of orange zest or a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.7 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 196.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
