Elisebeth's Homemade Spicy Apple Orange Party Punch

Elevate your holiday gatherings with Elisebeth's Homemade Spicy Apple Orange Party Punch, a cozy and aromatic drink that’s perfect for entertaining. This crowd-pleasing punch combines the rich sweetness of apple cider and orange juice with a warming blend of cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, and fresh ginger. A surprising dash of crushed red pepper flakes adds a subtle, spicy kick, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Simmered to perfection, this beverage fills your home with the irresistible scent of festive spices. Garnished with vibrant orange and apple slices, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether served warm in mugs or ladled into a heatproof punch bowl, this spiced party punch is the ultimate companion for chilly nights, making it a must-have for fall and winter celebrations. Perfect for sharing, it’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups apple cider
• 3 cups orange juice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 6 pieces whole cloves
• 3 sticks cinnamon sticks
• 3 pieces star anise
• 1 inch piece, thinly sliced fresh ginger
• 1 whole, thinly sliced for garnish orange
• 1 whole, thinly sliced for garnish apple
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine the apple cider, orange juice, and water.

Step 2

Add granulated sugar, whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and sliced ginger to the pot.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick. Adjust quantity based on spice preference.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the punch simmer for 15 minutes. This allows the spices to infuse their flavors into the liquid.

Step 6

While the punch simmers, prepare the garnish by thinly slicing the orange and apple.

Step 7

After simmering, carefully strain the punch through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the spices and ginger slices.

Step 8

Pour the strained punch into a heatproof serving bowl or pitcher.

Step 9

Float the orange and apple slices on top as garnish for a festive touch.

Step 10

Serve the punch warm in cups or mugs. Optionally, add a cinnamon stick to each serving for extra flavor and a decorative touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3084.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1387.5

Total Fat 7.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 85.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 262.6g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 460.6mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 3594.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.9%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 91.6%