Best 6 Spiced Cranberry Cocktail Iced Tea Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

In the realm of refreshing beverages, the spiced cranberry cocktail iced tea emerges as a symphony of flavors, captivating the senses with its vibrant blend of sweet, tangy, and aromatic notes. Whether you seek a revitalizing drink to beat the summer heat or a festive touch to your holiday gatherings, this delightful concoction promises to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of pure refreshment.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FRESH CRANBERRY SPICED TEA



Fresh Cranberry Spiced Tea image

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

SPICED CRANBERRY COCKTAIL ICED TEA



Spiced Cranberry Cocktail Iced Tea image

So good, its tart and tangy, sweet and very refreshing. Well worth the extra effort. Make sure to serve well chilled.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Beverages

Time 3h

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 quarts water
1 (12 ounce) package cranberries (fresh or frozen)
2 cups white sugar
2 oranges, juice of, freshly squeezed
2 lemons, juice of, freshly squeezed
10 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon allspice berry
2 small cinnamon sticks
1/2 cup pineapple juice, chilled
1/2 cup ginger ale, chilled
ice cube (2 trays, as many as needed)
2 oranges, sliced
2 lemons, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine water and cranberries.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Next add the sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, cloves, allspice berries and cinnamon sticks.
  • Cover and steep for 1 hour.
  • Strain the mixture, pour into a large pitcher and allow to cool to room temperature on counter.
  • Once cooled place in refrigerator, until chilled.
  • When ready, add the pineapple juice, ginger ale, lemon and orange slices to the cranberry mixture in the pitcher and serve in tall glasses with lots of ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.3, Fat 0.2, Sodium 7, Carbohydrate 45.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 39.8, Protein 0.7

CRANBERRY-MINT ICED TEA



Cranberry-Mint Iced Tea image

Chill out with this fresh brewed iced tea drink, with mint and cranberry juice cocktail. Love mint? Add an extra sprig to each cold glass when serving.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 cups cranberry juice cocktail
4 tea bags black tea
10 mint leaves (1 inch each)
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Heat cranberry juice cocktail to boiling in 2-quart saucepan. Pour over tea bags and mint in 2-quart glass measuring cup or heatproof pitcher. Let steep 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Strain tea mixture. Stir in sugar. Serve tea over ice. Add more sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 38 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICY CRANBERRY DRINK



Spicy Cranberry Drink image

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



Hot Spiced Cranberry Drink image

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.

CRANBERRY VODKA ICED TEA



Cranberry Vodka Iced Tea image

I really enjoy making a pitcher of cocktails when the weather is hot. This is a terrific Iced Tea by the Pitcher. Using Cranberry Vodka and lime juice and a simple syrup, this can be made ahead of time. It makes a refreshing pitcher of Iced Tea for the Adults.

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 1/2 Gallon, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts water
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
8 english breakfast tea bags
2 cups cranberry juice
1 1/2 cups cranberry vodka, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a large pot, and remove from the heat. Immediately whisk in the sugar and lime juice until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the tea bags and cranberry juice. Allow the tea to steep for 10 minutes, remove the tea bags and cool the tea.
  • Stir to be sure that the sugar is dissolved, and place in a large pitcher. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
  • Just before serving, add the vodka to the tea and serve in tall glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 12.2, Carbohydrate 67.7, Sugar 65.1

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cranberries: Look for cranberries that are plump and deep red in color. Avoid any cranberries that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Make the cranberry simple syrup ahead of time: This can be done up to 2 weeks in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Use a variety of spices: The recipe calls for cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, but you can also add other spices that you like, such as nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom.
  • Let the tea steep for at least 4 hours: This will give the tea a chance to absorb all of the flavors from the spices and cranberries.
  • Serve the tea over ice: This will help to keep it refreshing and flavorful.

Conclusion:

This spiced cranberry cocktail iced tea is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new drink to try, give this one a try!

Related Topics