Spiced Cranberry Apple Juice
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Spiced Cranberry Apple Juice, a delightful fusion of sweet and tart flavors infused with warm spices. This easy-to-make recipe combines cranberry juice, apple juice, and a touch of brown sugar (optional) for subtle sweetness, while whole spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, along with fresh ginger and orange slices, create a fragrant, holiday-inspired brew. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this simmered drink takes just 30 minutes to prepare and serves six, making it an effortless option for entertaining. Serve it warm and garnish with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange for an extra touch of charm. Whether you call it a spiced winter punch or a festive cider, this recipe is sure to fill your home with seasonal cheer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice
- 4 cups apple juice
- 1 orange
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Slice the orange into rounds, leaving the peel on, and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the ginger piece.
In a large pot, combine cranberry juice, apple juice, and water.
Add the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and ginger to the pot.
Place the pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
If desired, stir in the brown sugar to add sweetness. Adjust to taste.
Reduce the heat to low and let the juice simmer for 20 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
Once done, strain the juice through a fine sieve to remove the spices and orange slices.
Serve warm in mugs, garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.7 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.8 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1364 mg | 29% | |
*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.
