Best 7 Hot Spiced Cranberry Drink Recipes

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Hot spiced cranberry drink is a comforting and flavorful beverage that is perfect for the holiday season or a cozy winter evening. It's made with a combination of cranberries, spices, and sugar, and can be served with or without alcohol. There are many different recipes for hot spiced cranberry drink, each with its own unique flavor profile. Whether you prefer a tart and tangy drink or a sweeter, more mellow one, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste.

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SPICY CRANBERRY DRINK



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Red-hot candies add a little spice to this rosy beverage that's perfect for holiday buffets or winter potlucks. Serve it hot or cold. At 28 cents a serving, it's inexpensive, too. -Ruth Hastings, Louisville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 quarts water, divided
5 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
2-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup red-hot candies
3 tablespoons lemon juice
12 whole cloves
3 cinnamon sticks
Lemon slices and additional cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1-qt. of water and cranberries to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until berries begin to pop. Drain, reserving liquid and berries. Put berries through a fine strainer or food mill. In a Dutch oven or large kettle, combine the sugar, red-hots, lemon juice, cranberry liquid and pulp, and remaining water., Place cloves and cinnamon sticks on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag; add to pan. Bring to a boil; stir until sugar and candies are dissolved. Discard spice bag. Strain juice through a fine sieve or cheese-cloth. Serve with lemon slices and additional cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY DRINK



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I serve this rosy spiced beverage at parties and family gatherings during the winter. Friends like the tangy twist it gets from Red Hots. It's a nice change from the usual hot chocolate. -Laura Burgess, Ballwin, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h10m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups hot water
1-1/2 cups sugar
4 cups cranberry juice
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
12 whole cloves, optional
1/2 cup Red Hot candies

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine water, sugar and juices; stir until sugar is dissolved. If desired, place cloves in a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Add spice bag and Red Hots to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for until heated through, 2-3 hours. Before serving, discard spice bag and stir punch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY CIDER



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Make some memories with the aromas of cinnamon, clove and lemon, mingled with hot apple cranberry cider. If desired, float a fresh lemon slice in each cup.

Provided by Michele O'Sullivan

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts apple cider
6 cups cranberry juice
¼ cup packed brown sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 ½ teaspoons whole cloves
1 lemon, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine apple cider, cranberry juice, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves and lemon slices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove cinnamon, cloves, and lemon slices. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 4.6 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

SPICED CRANBERRY HOT TODDY



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This hot rum drink is made with cranberry juice infused with fragrant spices - a comforting cocktail recipe to warm you up.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1/4 cup sugar
1 cinnamon stick (3 inch)
1 tablespoon sliced gingerroot
5 whole cloves
2 star anise
1/2 cup dark rum
2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur
Fresh cranberries and orange slices, if desired
Additional cinnamon sticks and star anise, if desired

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat cranberry juice cocktail and sugar to boiling over medium-high heat. Add cinnamon stick, gingerroot, cloves and anise. Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
  • Into heatproof pitcher, strain mixture through fine-mesh strainer; discard spices. Stir rum and liqueur into pitcher. Pour cocktail into mugs. Garnish with cranberries, orange slices and additional cinnamon sticks and star anise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg

HOT CRANBERRY TEA / SPICED CRANBERRY PUNCH



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Make and share this Hot Cranberry Tea / Spiced Cranberry Punch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 32m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart cranberry juice cocktail (4 cups)
1 1/2 cups orange juice
2 cinnamon sticks
6 whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon allspice (ground)
3 cups cinnamon apple tea (freshly brewed) or 3 cups herbal mint tea (freshly brewed)
6 -8 lemon slices, to garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, cinnamon, cloves, and allspice; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove cinnamon and cloves, and discard.
  • Add hot tea to cranberry juice mixture; mix.
  • Serve hot or cold, garnished with lemon (store any leftovers in refrigerator).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6, Fat 0.3, Sodium 4.5, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 25, Protein 0.4

FRESH CRANBERRY SPICED TEA



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A lovely clear red, hot beverage for holiday parties, an afternoon break, for dinner or bedtime as it contains no caffeine. I have been making this for decades and keep it in the fridge all winter. One of my most requested recipes!

Provided by P.Pedd.

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Iced Tea Recipes

Time 8h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries
3 quarts cold water
2 cups orange juice
2 ⅛ cups pineapple juice
¼ cup lemon juice
2 cups white sugar, or to taste
1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon whole cloves
½ teaspoon whole allspice berries

Steps:

  • Place the cranberries and water into a large pot. Bring to a boil and cook just until the berries pop, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand at room temperature until cold, several hours.
  • Strain out the cranberries and stir the orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice and sugar into the liquid. Add the cinnamon stick, whole cloves and allspice berries. Bring to a low boil. It is ready to serve at this point, but it is even better if you allow it to sit overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 7.3 mg, Sugar 32.1 g

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY CIDER



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Got this recipe from Weight Watchers. It is really good on a cool day or for something to sip on Thanksgiving...

Provided by Tinkerbells Mommy

Categories     Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice cocktail
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients in large pot, heat on medium heat until warm -- .

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but be sure to thaw them before using.
  • If you like your drink sweeter, you can add more honey or maple syrup to taste.
  • For a spicier drink, add more ginger or cloves.
  • Garnish your drink with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange for a festive touch.
  • Serve your drink hot or cold. If you're serving it cold, be sure to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Hot spiced cranberry drink is a delicious and festive beverage that's perfect for the holiday season. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting drink, give this recipe a try!

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