This Winter Spiced Cranberry Punch brings together tart cranberries, warm spices, and bright citrus for a cozy drink that feels like a quiet snow day in a mug. It’s simple, festive, and perfect for winter gatherings, no alcohol included, just pure comfort.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine cranberry juice, apple cider, orange juice, water, and honey.
- Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, orange slices, and fresh cranberries.
- Warm over medium heat until steaming, about 10-12 minutes, without letting it boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let the spices steep for another 10 minutes.
- Strain if desired, then serve warm or chill and serve over ice for a winter-bright cold version.
Tip
If serving warm for a crowd, keep the punch on the lowest setting in a slow cooker to maintain heat without simmering.
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Winter Spiced Cranberry Punch
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
A warm, cozy Winter Spiced Cranberry Punch made with cranberry juice, citrus, and gentle spices, completely non-alcoholic.
Ingredients
4 cups cranberry juice
2 cups apple cider
1 cup orange juice
1 cup water
1/3 cup honey
2 cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves
2 star anise
1 orange, sliced
1 cup fresh cranberries
Instructions
1. In a medium pot, combine cranberry juice, apple cider, orange juice, water, and honey.
2. Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, orange slices, and fresh cranberries.
3. Warm over medium heat until steaming, about 10-12 minutes, without letting it boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and let the spices steep for another 10 minutes.
5. Strain if desired, then serve warm or chill and serve over ice.
Notes
Keep on low in a slow cooker if serving warm for a crowd.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American