Best Hot Cranberry Orange Cider Recipes

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HOT CRANBERRY CIDER



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Adding colorful appeal to a wintertime meal is a easy-just turn to this tasty cider. The cranberry juice gives it lots of flavor, too. -Anna Mary Beiler, Strasburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 25-30 servings (1 gallon).

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 quarts unsweetened apple juice or cider
1 quart cranberry juice
2 to 3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon sticks (3-1/2 inches)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large kettle; bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove cloves and cinnamon stick. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

THE BEST CRANBERRY CIDER RECIPE



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Provided by Audrey Maze

Categories     Drinks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 1/2 qts. water
12 oz. bag of fresh cranberries
4 cinnamon sticks
3 whole cloves
2 c. sugar
1/4 c. orange juice or juice of 2 fresh oranges
2 c. apple juice (optional )

Steps:

  • Add water into a large 4 quart saucepan along with the fresh cranberries, cinnamon sticks and cloves.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and then turn the heat down to low and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Strain the cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and cloves from the mixture. Then mix in the sugar, orange juice, and apple juice (optional).
  • Enjoy hot, or cool to room temperature and store it in a container in the fridge for later.

HOT CRANBERRY ORANGE CIDER



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Your house will smell wonderful while this simmers in your Crock Pot. The tartness from the cranberries is balanced by the sweetness of the apple and orange juices. Great for the holidays or to warm ya up on a cold night!

Provided by Teressa Drenth

Categories     Hot Drinks

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 gal apple cider
1 c orange juice, fresh
1 c cranberry juice
1/4 c brown sugar, lightly packed
10 cloves
5 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients in medium Crock Pot. Stir until brown sugar is dissolved.
  • 2. Cook on HIGH for two hours. Remove cloves and cinnamon sticks.
  • 3. Serve in small mugs.

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY DRINK



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I serve this rosy spiced beverage at parties and family gatherings during the winter. Friends like the tangy twist it gets from Red Hots. It's a nice change from the usual hot chocolate. -Laura Burgess, Ballwin, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h10m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups hot water
1-1/2 cups sugar
4 cups cranberry juice
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
12 whole cloves, optional
1/2 cup Red Hot candies

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine water, sugar and juices; stir until sugar is dissolved. If desired, place cloves in a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Add spice bag and Red Hots to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for until heated through, 2-3 hours. Before serving, discard spice bag and stir punch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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 CRANBERRY-APPLE CIDER



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Warm up with a mug of our delicious cider made with cranberry juice, apple cider, brown sugar and cinnamon. For an adult version, add some spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts apple cider
1 1/2 quarts cranberry juice (not cocktail, no sugar added)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4 sticks cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
Spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps, if desired
1 orange, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, mix all ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 15 minutes. Strain.
  • Pour into stemmed mugs and add a shot of spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps if desired.
  • Garnish with fresh orange slices. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY-ORANGE PUNCH WITH APPLE CIDER



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Perfect for Christmas, this festive cranberry punch is made with apple cider, fresh cranberries, and orange slices. For garnish, gently tie orange rind strips around cinnamon sticks and place in individual cups.

Provided by chefcatie

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
24 whole cloves
1 teaspoon whole allspice berries
cheesecloth
kitchen string
2 quarts apple cider
3 cups fresh cranberries
2 cups water
1 medium orange, sliced

Steps:

  • Place cinnamon sticks, cloves, and allspice berries in the center of a small piece of cheesecloth. Bring the ends of the cheesecloth together and tie securely with kitchen string. Place spice bag in a large Dutch oven. Add apple cider, cranberries, water, and orange slices to the Dutch oven.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove and discard spice bag and orange slices. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 30.7 mg, Sugar 25.7 g

CRANBERRY WASSAIL



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This is a traditional spiced holiday drink with an added twist. Enjoy this wonderful wassail for a cold winter day or to serve at Christmas parties.

Provided by Miss Blurton

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ gallon apple cider
½ gallon cranberry juice
1 cup lemon juice
1 ¼ cups pineapple juice
1 large orange, thinly sliced
24 whole cloves
¼ cup clover honey
½ cup white sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground ginger
12 fresh mint leaves
12 orange slices for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or pot, combine cider, cranberry juice, lemon juice, pineapple juice, orange slices, cloves, honey, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer; add nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve warm and garnish each cup with mint and an orange slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 59.2 g

HOT CRANBERRY CITRUS DRINK



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This lovely rosy drink, with its appealing fresh fruit flavor, is not too sweet or too tart. I sometimes serve this hot beverage at Christmas or at brunch gatherings as an alternative to coffee, tea or cold juice. -Shari Donaldson, Cummings, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
10 cups water
2 cups orange juice
1 cup sugar
1 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring cranberries and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5-7 minutes or until berries pop. Stir in the remaining ingredients; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes. , Strain through cheesecloth; discard pulp and cinnamon sticks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

ORANGE SPICED CIDER



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Every time I serve this wonderful hot beverage, someone asks for the recipe. Orange juice adds a bit of sweetness and Red Hots are a fun substitute for traditional cinnamon sticks. -Erika Reinhard, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups unsweetened apple juice
1 can (12 ounces) orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon Red Hots
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon whole cloves
Orange slices, apple slices and cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first five ingredients. Place cloves in a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen spring to form a bag. Add bag to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. Before serving, discard spice bag and stir cider. If desired, serve with orange slices, apple slices and cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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