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Spiced Cranberry Juice

Spiced Cranberry Juice

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Plant-Based

Description

Spiced Cranberry Juice is a warm and inviting winter drink bursting with vibrant cranberry flavor, balanced with cozy spices like cinnamon, cloves, and orange zest, and gently sweetened with maple syrup (natural). Perfect served hot or chilled, this plant-based beverage offers a comforting and refreshing twist that suits quiet evenings or festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Rinse and sort fresh cranberries, removing any stems or blemishes. Carefully zest the orange to capture only the bright outer peel, avoiding the bitter white pith.
  2. Simmer the Spices and Cranberries: In a pot, combine the cranberries, water, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and orange zest. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until the cranberries burst and the flavors meld, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Sweeten and Add Flavor Depth: Stir in the maple syrup (natural), apple cider vinegar, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Adjust sweetness to taste. For a slightly thicker texture, whisk in the natural gelling agent dissolved in warm water after removing from heat until blended well.
  4. Strain and Serve Warm or Cold: Use a fine-mesh sieve to strain out solids, pressing gently to extract juice. Serve immediately warm or chill in the refrigerator for a refreshing cold version.

Notes

  • Use fresh cranberries for livelier flavor when possible.
  • Maintain a slow simmer to preserve smooth spice flavors.
  • Add maple syrup gradually to control sweetness.
  • Use only orange zest, avoiding pith to prevent bitterness.
  • Add natural gelling agent after heating for best texture without clumps.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Spiced Cranberry Juice, winter drink, plant-based beverage, cranberry juice, warm spiced drink, cozy drink

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/spiced-cranberry-juice/