Warm Cranberry Drink
Warm Cranberry Drink is a cozy, spiced beverage that combines tart cranberry juice with cinnamon, cloves, and citrus for a festive and comforting flavor. Naturally caffeine-free and easy to make, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice (unsweetened or sweetened)
- 1 cup water
- 2–3 tbsp honey, sugar, or maple syrup (to taste)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4–5 whole cloves
- 2 orange slices or peel
- Fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberry juice, water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange slices.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Taste and sweeten with honey or sugar as desired.
- Strain the mixture to remove the spices and fruit.
- Pour into mugs and garnish with fresh cranberries or an orange twist.
- Serve hot and enjoy the fragrant, warming flavors.
Notes
- Use unsweetened cranberry juice for a more tart flavor or cranberry cocktail for a sweeter version.
- Add the sweetener gradually, tasting as you go.
- Simmer gently—avoid boiling too long to preserve the bright color and flavor.
- This drink can be served warm or chilled over ice.
- Perfect for batch-making in a slow cooker during holidays.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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