Ingredients
– 2 cups apple juice forms the sweet, fruity base
– 2 cups orange juice adds citrus brightness; or substitute with a mix of half apple juice and half cherry juice
– 1/2 cup cherry juice enhances the fruitiness; can be replaced with more orange or apple juice if needed
– 2 cups water helps dilute and blend the flavors
– 2 cinnamon sticks infuses warmth and a cozy aroma
– 10 cloves provide a pungent, spiced undertone
– 2 star anise contributes a subtle licorice note for depth
– 5 bags fruit tea (such as hibiscus or fruit herbal tea) or 5 teaspoons loose dried hibiscus petals creates a warm and fragrant base
– Honey to taste added for sweetness, adjustable based on preference
Instructions
1-First, combine the apple juice, orange juice, cherry juice, water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise in a stock pot.
2-Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
3-Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
4-Add the 5 bags of fruit tea or 5 teaspoons of loose dried hibiscus petals, then cover and steep for 10 minutes.
5-Remove the tea bags or strain the hibiscus petals, and stir in honey to taste for the desired sweetness.
6-Reheat the punch until it’s hot, then serve warm, garnished with orange slices, cloves, star anise, or cinnamon sticks for extra appeal.
Last Step:
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❄️ Adjust the types and quantities of fruit juices to suit personal taste preferences.
🍯 Add honey gradually, tasting as you go, to get the perfect sweetness.
🍊 Garnish with fresh citrus and whole spices for added aroma and festive presentation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Simmering and steeping time: 20 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Boiling, simmering, steeping
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Non-alcoholic, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 91 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 11 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg