Hot Spiced Cranberry Punch
Discovering a Vintage Recipe:
In the vast world of online cookbooks, sometimes you stumble upon hidden treasures from local communities.
One such find is the “Hot Cranberry Punch Recipe (spiced)” here on this page offering a nostalgic take on a warming winter beverage,
blending fruit juices with aromatic spices for a cozy drink that’s ideal for holiday parties or chilly evenings.
Interestingly, the instructions introduce elements not explicitly listed in the ingredients, such as fresh cranberries, water,
lemon slices, and freshly brewed tea—suggesting this might be a vintage recipe with some details assumed or omitted over time.
To prepare it, start by cooking the cranberries in water until they pop open, then strain the juice through cheesecloth without pressing.
Add sugar and spices to the cranberry juice, simmer for 5 minutes, incorporate the lemon slices and tea, and serve hot in a bowl with
a sprinkle of nutmeg.
This punch evokes the essence of traditional mulled drinks, with its fruity base enhanced by warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg,
and cloves.
If you're looking to try a classic with a twist, visit this URL and experiment—perhaps adding about 1 pound of fresh cranberries
and a few lemons to fill in the gaps. It's a reminder that great recipes often come from community sources, preserving flavors from
generations past.
Spiced Cranberry Punch Recipe
Ingredients required3 pints canned apple juice
3 inch stick cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup sugar
1(1 pint 2 oz.) cans pineapple juice
1-46 Oz can orange juice
2 medium oranges
30 whole cloves
Instructions for Spiced Cranberry Punch
Cook cranberries in water until they all pop open. Strain (do not press) through cheesecloth. Add sugar and spices to the juice and cook 5 minutes. Then add the lemon slices and freshly brewed tea. Pour into a bowl and serve hot, sprinkled with nutmeg.