Hot Cranberry Drink
Cozy up with a soothing cup of Hot Cranberry Drink, the perfect blend of tangy cranberry juice, crisp apple cider, and the warm spices of cinnamon and cloves. Infused with fresh orange slices and just a touch of honey, this aromatic beverage is gently simmered to marry its vibrant flavors into a festive and comforting treat. Ideal for chilly evenings, holiday gatherings, or simply relaxing by the fire, this spiced cranberry drink is quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—and serves six. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or citrus slice for a beautiful, seasonal presentation. It's the ultimate winter warmer that'll have your home smelling like the holidays!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 whole orange
- 6 pieces whole cloves
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Zest the orange lightly, then slice it into thin rounds.
In a large pot, combine the cranberry juice, apple cider, and water.
Add the orange slices, orange zest, whole cloves, and cinnamon sticks to the liquid mixture.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir in the honey, adjusting to taste if needed.
Strain the hot cranberry drink through a fine mesh sieve to remove spices and orange slices.
Serve warm in mugs, garnished with an additional cinnamon stick or an orange slice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.0 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 996 mg | 21% | |
*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.
