Colonial Holiday Cup

  5.0 – 2 reviews  

A warm, traditional beverage that is perfect for holiday celebrations or any time it’s cold outside. You’ll think it’s better than powdered mixtures. As the beverage continues to simmer, the spices will continue to give off a delicious aroma that fills your home.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 16
Yield: 16 servings

Ingredients

  1. 1 gallon apple juice
  2. 1 cup orange juice
  3. 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  4. 6 cinnamon sticks
  5. ¾ cup brown sugar
  6. 4 teaspoons whole cloves
  7. 2 teaspoons whole allspice
  8. 1 orange, sliced

Instructions

  1. Pour apple juice, orange juice, and lemon juice into a large pot. Place the cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, cloves, and allspice onto the center of a 8 inch square piece of cheesecloth. Gather together the edges of the cheesecloth, and tie with kitchen twine to secure then add to the juice mixture. Float orange slices on top of the juices. Simmer over medium heat for 1 hour.

Reviews

Jacob Thompson
This was a huge hit with my family. There’s just the right amount of spices that aren’t overpowering. Glad that I tried this out!
Todd Moore
This is how fall tastes. A perfect hot drink for Thanksgiving.

 

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