Best 7 Spicy Holiday Lemonade Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our collection of three tantalizing spicy holiday lemonade recipes, each offering a unique flavor journey that will warm you up during the festive season. From the classic Spicy Holiday Lemonade to the tangy Cranberry Orange version and the unique Gingerbread Spiced Lemonade, these delightful beverages are sure to impress your family and friends. With a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, these lemonades are the perfect companions for your holiday gatherings, leaving you feeling refreshed and invigorated.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICED LEMONADE



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Serve this drink over ice in summer or warmed in winter - it's always refreshing. If you have a cold, a warm mug of spiced lemonade will make you feel much better. And when you're feeling great, it'll quench a big thirst, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield about 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups water, divided
3/4 cup sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
6 whole cloves
1 large lime, thinly sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
3/4 cup lemon juice
Ice cubes
Additional cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water, sugar, cinnamon and cloves to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat; discard cinnamon and cloves. Cool. , Pour into a large pitcher. Stir in lime, lemon, lemon juice and remaining water. Chill at least 1 hour. Serve in chilled glass over ice. Garnish with cinnamon stick if desired. Can also be served warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SPICY LEMONADE



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     beverage

Time 1h

Yield 1 pitcher of lemonade

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Combine 1 1/2 cups vodka, 1/2 cup Pimm's No. 1, 1 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup each lime juice and honey, 2 teaspoons hot sauce and 1 scant teaspoon coarsely ground pepper in a large container. Cover and shake, then refrigerate at least 1 hour. Shake the vodka mixture again, then pour into a pitcher filled with ice and lemon and lime slices. Stir in 1 cup chilled lemon-lime soda.

SPICY LEMONADE WITH JALAPEñO ICE CUBES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 medium jalapeños, stemmed and sliced into 12 slices each
2 quarts lemonade, store-bought or homemade
2 to 3 medium jalapeños, stemmed, seeded and sliced into 1/4-inch slices
2 to 3 lemons, sliced into wheels

Steps:

  • For the jalapeñoice cubes: Place a jalapeño slice in each well of 2 ice cube trays. Fill with water and freeze until solid, about 4 hours.
  • For the lemonade: In a beverage dispenser or pitcher, add the lemonade, jalapeño slices and lemon slices. Let sit, refrigerated, for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Serve in glasses filled with jalapeño ice cubes.

WINTER SPICE LEMONADE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 25m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups sugar
3 cinnamon sticks
3 star anise pods
One 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
6 cups seltzer, chilled
1 1/2 cups lemon juice (from 6 to 8 lemons)

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar, cinnamon sticks, star anise pods, ginger and 1 1/2 cups water in a small pot. Bring to a boil, remove from the heat and let sit to cool to room temperature. Strain.
  • Combine the strained simple syrup, cold seltzer and lemon juice in a large pitcher. Stir and pour into glasses filled with ice.

SPICY LEMONADE



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This is a very wonderful drink for friends and family get-togethers. Add fresh juice for more tart taste.

Provided by Nevrom Jepherson

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 liter club soda
2 cups white rum
1 (6 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot sauce
crushed ice, as desired

Steps:

  • Gently stir club soda, rum, lemonade concentrate, lemon juice, and hot sauce together in a pitcher. Pour into glasses filled with crushed ice to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 20.7 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

SPIKED LEMONADE



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Rum gives a tropical addition to this fabulous homemade lemonade. If you have vodka on hand, try that instead of the rum. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/4 cups sugar
5 cups water, divided
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1-3/4 cups lemon juice
1 cup light rum or vodka
6 to 8 cups ice cubes
GARNISH:
Lemon slices

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, 1 cup water and lemon zest. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in lemon juice and remaining water. Pour into a 2-qt. pitcher; refrigerate until chilled. , Stir in rum. For each serving, place 3/4 to 1 cup ice in a Collins or highball glass. Pour lemonade mixture into glass. Garnish with lemon slices as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT SPICED LEMON DRINK



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I received this recipe from a lady in our church who is an excellent cook. She has shared several slow-cooker recipes with us. We really enjoy the sweet-tangy flavor of this warm citrus punch. -Mandy Wright, Springville, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h10m

Yield about 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 quarts water
2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the water, sugar and juices. Place cinnamon stick and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. Place in slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. Discard spice bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

- Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemons will give your lemonade the best flavor. If you can't find fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but it won't be as flavorful. - Add some spice: This recipe calls for a variety of spices, including ginger, cloves, and cinnamon. Feel free to adjust the amount of each spice to suit your taste. You can also add other spices, such as nutmeg or cardamom. - Make it ahead of time: This lemonade can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for parties or gatherings. - Serve it chilled: Serve this lemonade chilled for the best flavor. You can also add a garnish, such as a lemon slice or a sprig of mint.

Conclusion:

This spicy holiday lemonade is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any holiday party or gathering. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your taste. So next time you're looking for a festive drink, give this spicy holiday lemonade a try!

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