Holiday Cheers: Festive Spiced Apple Punch Recipe

Today’s Special: Festive Spiced Apple Punch

Looking to add some warmth and cheer to your holiday gatherings? I’ve got just the recipe for you! This Festive Spiced Apple Punch is the perfect blend of comforting flavors and seasonal spices that will delight your taste buds and keep you cozy on those chilly nights.

Ingredients:

• organic apple juice (800ml)
• cinnamon sticks (2)
• star anise (2)
• fresh ginger (30g, sliced)
• cloves (5)
• cardamom pods (3)
• brown sugar (50g)
• black tea bags (2)
• dark rum (100ml)
• orange (1, sliced)

Kitchen Tools:

• saucepan
• wooden spoon
• strainer
• mug

I start by pouring the organic apple juice into a large saucepan over medium heat. I then add in the cinnamon sticks, star anise, fresh ginger slices, cloves, cardamom pods, and brown sugar. As the mixture begins to simmer, I gently crush the spices with a wooden spoon to release their aromatic flavors. Next, I drop in the black tea bags and let them steep for a few minutes until the liquid turns a rich, golden hue.

Once the punch is infused with all the warm spices, I remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dark rum for that extra festive kick. I strain the mixture to remove the whole spices and tea bags, ensuring a smooth and flavorful punch. To serve, I ladle the spiced apple punch into mugs and garnish each with a slice of orange for a citrusy twist.

This Festive Spiced Apple Punch weighs approximately 1200g once prepared, with enough servings for 6 people. Each serving is around 200g, providing a cozy and comforting treat for your holiday gatherings. With the blend of spices and dark rum, each serving is estimated to be around 250 calories.

One fun tip for this recipe is to enhance the flavor by letting the punch sit overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the spices to further infuse the apple juice, creating an even more delicious and robust flavor profile.

I hope you give this Festive Spiced Apple Punch a try at your next holiday get-together. Feel free to tweak the ingredients to suit your tastes and make it your own. Cheers to a festive and flavorful season ahead!