Shaker Spiced Grape Juice
Warm up your taste buds with the irresistible flavors of Shaker Spiced Grape Juice, a delightful fusion of sweet and aromatic spices perfect for any season. This quick and easy recipe elevates traditional grape juice by simmering it with a cinnamon stick, whole cloves, star anise, and a strip of orange zest, creating a fragrant blend that's both comforting and refreshing. A touch of honey adds natural sweetness, while optional water allows you to customize the balance to your liking. Served chilled over ice, this spiced grape juice is ideal for a cozy afternoon treat or a unique non-alcoholic beverage option at gatherings. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a versatile drink that will impress with its deep flavors and enticing aroma.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups grape juice
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces whole cloves
- 1 piece star anise
- 1 strip orange zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 0.25 cups water (optional, for adjusting sweetness)
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the grape juice, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, star anise, and orange zest.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse into the juice.
Remove the saucepan from heat, strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve into a heatproof container to remove the spices and orange zest.
Stir in the honey while the juice is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely. Adjust the sweetness by adding up to 1/4 cup of water, if needed.
Allow the spiced grape juice to cool to room temperature, or refrigerate until chilled for a colder drink.
Fill two glasses with ice cubes and pour the spiced grape juice over the ice.
Garnish with a small cinnamon stick or a thin orange slice, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.3 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 612 mg | 13% | |
*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.
