Best 7 Hot Spiced Cranberry Punch Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of the holiday season with our collection of hot spiced cranberry punch recipes. These beverages are a perfect blend of sweet, tart, and aromatic flavors, sure to warm your body and spirit. From classic cranberry punch to unique variations like mulled cranberry punch and sparkling cranberry punch, we have something for every taste. Each recipe is carefully crafted to balance the tanginess of cranberries with the warmth of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply looking for a cozy drink on a cold winter's night, our hot spiced cranberry punch recipes are the perfect choice.

**Classic Cranberry Punch:** This timeless recipe is a staple at holiday parties. With just a few simple ingredients like cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and a touch of sweetness, you can create a refreshing and flavorful punch that everyone will love.

**Mulled Cranberry Punch:** For a more sophisticated twist, try our mulled cranberry punch. This recipe combines cranberries, apple cider, and a variety of mulling spices, simmered together to create a warm and inviting aroma. The result is a rich and flavorful punch that's perfect for sipping by the fire.

**Sparkling Cranberry Punch:** Add some sparkle to your holiday festivities with our sparkling cranberry punch. This recipe combines cranberry juice, white grape juice, and ginger ale, creating a bubbly and refreshing punch that's sure to be a hit at any gathering.

**Non-alcoholic Option:** For those who prefer a non-alcoholic version, we have a delightful recipe for cranberry punch that's just as festive and flavorful. Using cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and a touch of sweetness, you can create a punch that's perfect for kids and adults alike.

No matter which recipe you choose, our hot spiced cranberry punch collection is sure to bring warmth and cheer to your holiday celebrations.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HOT CRANBERRY CITRUS PUNCH



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This tart punch warms you on a cold winter's night. I always serve it for Christmas Eve dinner. The longer it cooks, the better it tastes!

Provided by CHESSETTE

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts cranberry juice cocktail
3 cups orange juice
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 pinch salt
2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • In a 4 quart or larger slow cooker, combine the cranberry juice, orange juice, white sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, salt and cinnamon sticks. Stir to dissolve sugar. Cook on High for 4 to 6 hours. Turn heat to Low and keep warm for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 11 mg, Sugar 20.3 g

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

HOT CRANBERRY PUNCH



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

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (48 ounce) bottle cranberry juice cocktail
1 cup water
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
3 cinnamon sticks (4 inch sticks)
1 teaspoon allspice berry
3/4 teaspoon whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 cups fresh orange juice
2 oranges, halved and thinly sliced into half moons

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients except the orange juice and orange slices in a big saucepan; stir to blend.
  • Bring to a boil, add in the orange juice, and return to a boil.
  • Decrease the heat to medium and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • **At this point, you can cool, strain, and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Serve warm, garnished with orange slices.
  • To serve cold--fill a 12 ounce tumbler with ice; add 4 ounces cranberry punch, and fill the rest of the way with either sparkling water or 7-Up; garnish with orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.3, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 7.3, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 31.4, Protein 0.8

HOT CRANBERRY PUNCH



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With its spicy ingredients, this thirst-quencher packs a hearty harvest punch. Notes June Formanek of Belle Plaine, Iowa, "The beverage is a cinch to brew for a crowd. And whatever is left can be saved and reheated later."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 18-22 servings (about 1 gallon).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bottle (64 ounces) cranberry juice
4 cups water
3-1/2 cups pineapple juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon red food coloring, optional
2 cinnamon sticks (3-1/2 inches), broken
1 tablespoon whole cloves
1 tablespoon whole allspice

Steps:

  • In a 24-cup percolator, combine cranberry juice, water, pineapple juice, brown sugar and food coloring if desired. Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves and allspice in percolator basket; cover and begin perking. When cycle is complete, discard contents of basket. Serve the punch warm.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT SPICED WINE



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Enjoy this hot drink made using spices and wine that's ready to serve in 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup packed brown sugar
2 1/2 cups orange juice
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
Peel of 2 oranges, cut into 1/4-inch strips
6 whole cloves
3 whole allspice
1 four-inch stick cinnamon
1 bottle (750 milliliters) dry red wine or nonalcoholic red wine
Orange slices, if desired
Additional whole cloves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat all ingredients except wine, orange slices and additional cloves to boiling in Dutch oven, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
  • Remove orange peel and spices. Stir in wine. Heat just until hot (do not boil). Serve hot in mugs or heatproof glasses. Garnish each serving with orange slice studded with additional whole cloves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg

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

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY PUNCH



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-Geraldine Evans, Hermosa, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups cranberry juice
2-2/3 cups water
1-1/3 cups sugar
16 whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2/3 cup orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, combine the cranberry juice, water and sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat. Place cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg and spice bag to the pan. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Discard spice bag. Stir in the orange and lemon juices. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor than frozen or canned cranberries.
  • Zest the orange before juicing it. The zest adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the punch.
  • Use a variety of spices. The spices in this punch, such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, give it a warm and festive flavor.
  • Let the punch steep for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the punch warm or cold. This punch is delicious served either way.

Conclusion:

This hot spiced cranberry punch is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for holiday gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting drink, give this hot spiced cranberry punch a try. You can also garnish the punch with cranberries, orange slices, or cinnamon sticks for a more festive look.

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