FESTIVE CRANBERRY DRINK

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Warm or cold? Take your choice of how to serve this colorful autumn beverage. It's such a pretty color, and the spicy sweet-tart flavor is delightful with a meal or snack.-Dixie Terry,Goreville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
3 quarts water, divided
1-3/4 cups sugar
1 cup orange juice
2/3 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup Red Hots
12 whole cloves

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine cranberries and 1 qt. water. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat. Strain through a fine strainer, pressing mixture with a spoon; discard skins. Return cranberry pulp and juice to the pan. , Stir in the sugar, juices, Red Hots and remaining water. Place cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag; add to juice mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar and Red Hots are dissolved. , Remove from the heat. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Discard spice bag. Serve drink warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Cindy Clemmons
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This is a great holiday drink. It's festive and delicious, and it's sure to please everyone.


UK BD
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I'm not usually a fan of cranberry drinks, but this one is really good. It's not too tart and it's very refreshing.


shimada
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This drink is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the tart and refreshing flavor.


David E Taylor
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This is the best cranberry drink I've ever had. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet, and it's so festive.


stha mobile
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I love the combination of cranberries and orange juice in this drink. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Apisai Dumba
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This drink is perfect for a Christmas party. It's festive, delicious, and easy to make.


Sean Fainer
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This is one of my favorite holiday drinks. It's so delicious and festive, and it always gets me in the holiday spirit.


Preeti Gurung
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I've made this cranberry drink several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet, and it's so refreshing.


Suleman Idris
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This festive cranberry drink is a must-try for any holiday party. It's easy to make, delicious, and sure to impress your guests.


lalaine miller
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I'm not a big fan of cranberry drinks, but this one is an exception. It's so refreshing and festive, and it's the perfect drink to serve at a holiday party.


Bilha Wasike
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I made this drink for Thanksgiving and it was a big hit with my family. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful color.


Sunday Emmanuel
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This drink is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the tart and refreshing flavor.


fix djole
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I've made this drink several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect drink to serve at a holiday party or any other special occasion.


Marlyn Niduaza
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I'm not usually a fan of cranberry drinks, but this one is delicious! The orange and lime juices really brighten up the flavor.


Surendra Ghimire
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This is my new favorite holiday drink! It's so refreshing and festive.


MUKTISINGH RAI
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I made this drink for a Christmas party and it was a huge success! The guests loved the unique flavor and the beautiful color.


Pax Nato
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I followed the recipe exactly and the drink turned out perfect. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover cranberries.


BOT X PUBG
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This festive cranberry drink was a hit at our holiday party! Everyone loved the tart and refreshing flavor.