Christmas Cranberry & Spice Punch
This Christmas cranberry and spice punch gently heats red wine with cranberry juice, orange and lemon slices, cinnamon, ginger and cloves. After resting for 30 minutes, it is strained and served in pretty glasses, warm or chilled, with an optional splash of amber rum. A festive drink for six people.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Rest
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per person
- €1.33
By the CookinBreak team
Ingredients 12
Estimated cost €8.00
Equipment
Saucepan
Mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
Ladle
Glass
Fine-mesh strainer
Instructions
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1. Wash the cranberries, orange and lemon thoroughly.
2. Cut the citrus into thin slices.
3. Peel the ginger and cut it into small slices.
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1. In a saucepan, pour in the red wine, cranberry juice and water.
2. Add the citrus slices, cranberries, cinnamon sticks, ginger and cloves.
3. Heat over low heat without ever boiling (this would affect the alcohol and the taste).
4. Stir gently with a wooden spoon.
1. Add the sugar and let it dissolve.
2. Taste and adjust to your preference.
1. Remove from the heat.
2. Let rest covered so the flavors can infuse.
1. Strain the punch through a fine-mesh strainer.
2. Optionally add the rum.
3. Serve in pretty glasses with a few cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
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Nutrition facts
per serving · estimate- Protein1 g5%
- Carbs17 g84%
- Fat1 g11%
- Fiber2 g
Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.
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Chef's tip
✨ For an even more fragrant punch, lightly caramelize the orange slices in a skillet before adding them 🍊🔥. It will add a lovely rich note and an irresistible aroma!
Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?
Not recommendedAlcohol does not freeze well and the texture of the fruit would be altered.
Storage : How long does it keep?
Keeps 3 to 4 days max in an airtight bottle or pitcher in the fridge. Add the rum when serving.
Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?
YesIdeal. The flavors of the spices and fruits infuse better over time.
Reheating : How do you reheat it?
Reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat, without boiling. Avoid evaporating the alcohol and preserve the aromas.
Variations
- Add 50 ml of amber rum after straining.
- Garnish with cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
- Serve in pretty glasses.
Mistakes to avoid
- Forgetting to taste: adjust the sugar to your preference.
- Skipping the resting time for flavor: 30 minutes, covered.
- Serving without straining: strain with a fine-mesh strainer.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make a Christmas punch?
Heat red wine, cranberry juice and water with citrus slices, cranberries, cinnamon, cloves and ginger, add the sugar, let rest 30 minutes covered, strain and optionally add the rum.
Why let the punch rest?
Remove from the heat and let rest 30 minutes covered so the flavors can infuse, before straining the punch through a fine-mesh strainer.
Can you add rum?
Yes, optionally add 50 ml of amber rum after straining. Alcohol is for adults only and should be enjoyed in moderation.
How do you serve the punch?
Serve in pretty glasses, with a few cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for garnish. This recipe makes 6 glasses.
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Step 1 of 5
1. Wash the cranberries, orange and lemon thoroughly.
2. Cut the citrus into thin slices.
3. Peel the ginger and cut it into small slices.
For this step
- 3 ¼ cups red wine
- ¾ cup cranberry juice
- ⅔ cup water
- ¾ cup cranberries
- 1 orange
- 1 lemons
- 2 sticks of cinnamon
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 piece of ginger
- 3 ¼ tbsp sugar
- 3 ½ tbsp gold rum
- sprigs of rosemary