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Dudley Eppel’S Hot Cider-Cranberry Punch

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This festive hot punch is the perfect way to warm up during chilly evenings. By simmering apple cider with cranberry juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange peel, you create a deeply aromatic and complex base. The natural sweetness of the cider balances the tartness of the cranberries, while the spices add a cozy, inviting warmth. Just before serving, stir in dark rum for a rich, adult twist that makes this drink feel truly special. It&# 226;ÂÂs ideal for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or a relaxing night in. The aroma alone will fill your kitchen with holiday cheer, and the vibrant red color is as striking as the taste is delightful.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 758.7
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This festive hot punch is the perfect way to warm up during chilly evenings. By simmering apple cider with cranberry juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange peel, you create a deeply aromatic and complex base. The natural sweetness of the cider balances the tartness of the cranberries, while the spices add a cozy, inviting warmth. Just before serving, stir in dark rum for a rich, adult twist that makes this drink feel truly special. It&# 226;ÂÂs ideal for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or a relaxing night in. The aroma alone will fill your kitchen with holiday cheer, and the vibrant red color is as striking as the taste is delightful.
Ingredients
  • 8 cup Apple cider
  • 4 cup Cranberry juice cocktail
  • 3 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 4 Cloves, whole
  • 3 Strips Orange peel
  • 1 cup Dark rum
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine apple cider, cranberry juice cocktail, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and orange peel strips in a large pot.
  2. 2
    Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  3. 3
    Reduce the heat to low, allowing the punch to simmer uncovered for 25 to 35 minutes to infuse the spices.
  4. 4
    Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth and strain the hot punch into a clean pitcher or serving vessel to remove solids.
  5. 5
    Ladle 1 to 2 tablespoons of dark rum into each serving mug.
  6. 6
    Fill the mugs to the rim with the strained hot punch and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 758.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.7g3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 41.1mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 170.6g57%
Dietary Fiber 42.5g170%
Sugars 92.4g
Protein 4.4g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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