red christmas punch (hot mulled cider)
We make this every Christmas, and it's a favorite with friends and family. Sometimes I vary the juices - you can use cranberry instead of cherry, or cranapple juice instead of apple cider.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
12 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 quarts apple cider
- 1 quart cherry cider or juice
- 2 - juice oranges
- 4 - cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
How To Make red christmas punch (hot mulled cider)
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Step 1Mix together the ciders/juices in a large kettle over medium heat. -
Step 2Peel the zest off one orange in large strips. Place zest, cinnamon sticks, and cloves in a double square of cheesecloth, and tie tightly. Place spice bag into the cider mixture.
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Step 3Heat the cider to serving temperature - like hot coffee or tea (do not boil). Barely simmer the punch for about 15 minutes.
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Step 4Juice the orange and add the juice to the cider. Halve and slice the remaining orange and float the slices on top of the hot punch. Serve hot with an orange slice and cinnamon stick if desired.
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Category:
Hot Drinks
Diet:
Vegetarian
Diet:
Dairy Free
Ingredient:
Fruit
Culture:
American
Method:
Stove Top
Tag:
#Heirloom
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