Spiced Cranberry Punch

Spiced Cranberry Punch

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Spiced Cranberry Punch Recipe from Julia Delaney

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 40 minutes

Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 oz cranberries (1 pack)
  • 2 oranges (organic)
  • 1/2 cup kumquats (optional)
  • 1/2 cup sour cherry concentrate (optional, but highly recommended)
  • 12 cups water
  • spices:
    • 1/2 cup jaggery
    • 1 nutmeg
    • 1 tbsp allspice (berries)
    • 1 tbsp cardamom (whole pods)
    • 1 tsp cloves (whole)
    • 3 cinnamon sticks ( large)
    • 3-5 star anise
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Directions

  1. Combine ingredients:
    • In a large pot, combine everything except the oranges and sour cherry concentrate.
  2. Cook:
    • Bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat with the lid on for 20 minutes.
  3. Add oranges:
    • Add sliced oranges and simmer for another 10 minutes.
    • Remove from heat and let steep for 15–20 minutes.
  4. Strain:
    • Strain the drink and stir in the sour cherry concentrate.
  5. Serve:
    • Winter: Serve warm.
    • Summer: Serve chilled.
    • Garnish each glass with an orange slice, seedless cherry (optional), and a cinnamon stick.
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