Hot Cranberry Tea Cider

Warm up your winter nights with this delightful Hot Cranberry Tea Cider, a cozy and aromatic beverage that combines the tangy richness of unsweetened cranberry juice with the natural sweetness of apple cider. Fragrant cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and fresh orange slices infuse this drink with holiday-inspired warmth, while black tea adds depth and balance. With just 5 minutes of prep and a gentle 15-minute simmer, this easy recipe is perfect for gatherings or solo relaxation. Customize with a touch of honey for added sweetness, and serve steaming hot for a drink that's as comforting as it is flavorful. Perfect for cold-weather sipping, this cider is a festive twist on classic mulled drinks, packed with seasonal flair and antioxidant-rich ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 cups Unsweetened cranberry juice
3 cups Apple cider
2 cups Water
2 pieces Black tea bags
2 pieces Cinnamon sticks
6 pieces Whole cloves
4 slices Orange slices
2 tablespoons Honey (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the unsweetened cranberry juice, apple cider, and water. Place the pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the black tea bags, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and orange slices to the saucepan.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Once it starts to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it steep for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 4

Remove the tea bags and strain the mixture into a heatproof pitcher or individual mugs, discarding the spices and orange slices.

Step 5

Taste the Hot Cranberry Tea Cider. If desired, stir in honey to add sweetness.

Step 6

Serve hot and enjoy your cozy beverage!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1395.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	762.0

Total Fat 1.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 43.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 175.5g
Protein 4.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 203.8mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1392.6mg	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: 2.0%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 96.0%