Witchypoo

Brew a little magic this season with "Witchypoo," a bewitchingly delicious hot drink that combines cozy autumn flavors with a hint of enchantment. This spiced concoction blends sweet apple cider, tangy orange juice, and a touch of brown sugar with warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and fresh ginger for a potion-like infusion of flavor. Enhanced with a splash of vanilla extract and optionally spiked with dark rum, this warming beverage is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg, each mug of Witchypoo offers a spellbinding mix of creamy and spiced comfort. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat that’s as delightful as it is aromatic. Perfect for Halloween parties, fall brunches, or simply curling up by the fire, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a magical, seasonal delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups apple cider
• 1 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 5 pieces whole cloves
• 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
• 2 pieces star anise
• 1 inch (sliced) fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 fluid ounces dark rum (optional)
• 0.5 cup whipped cream
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, orange juice, and brown sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.

Step 2

Add the whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and sliced fresh ginger to the liquid mixture.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully strain the liquid into a large heatproof pitcher or bowl, discarding the solids.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract and, if using, the dark rum for an added punch.

Step 6

Ladle the Witchypoo into mugs, and top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground nutmeg.

Step 7

Serve warm and enjoy this magical drink!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	911.9

Total Fat 11.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 21.2mg	0%
Sodium 55.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 135.6g
Protein 5.8g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 252.3mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1727.4mg	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: 12.4%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 84.7%