Hot Cranberry Drink
A warm, festive beverage bursting with tart cranberry flavor, sweetened with sugar and enhanced by the spicy aroma of cinnamon sticks and cloves. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, this hot cranberry drink is both comforting and refreshing, with a hint of citrus and spice to delight the senses.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring 1 quart of water and cranberries to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until berries begin to pop.
- Drain, reserving the liquid and berries.
- Put the berries through a fine strainer or food mill to extract the pulp.
- In a Dutch oven or large kettle, combine the sugar, red hot candies, lemon juice, cranberry liquid and pulp, and remaining water.
- Add the whole cloves and cinnamon sticks.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until flavors meld, about 10 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices and additional cinnamon sticks if desired.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).