Hot Cranberry Drink

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Hot Cranberry Drink
25 min.
8
137kcal

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Warm up your gatherings this season with a delightful Hot Cranberry Drink that is sure to impress your guests! This vibrant beverage is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for those with dietary restrictions, but it also bursts with the refreshing flavors of cranberries, oranges, and lemons. With just 25 minutes of preparation, you can create a cozy drink that serves up to eight people, making it ideal for holiday parties, family get-togethers, or simply a quiet evening at home.

The combination of fresh or frozen cranberries, zesty citrus juices, and the sweet kick from red-hot candies creates a unique flavor profile that is both tangy and sweet. As the cranberries pop and release their juices, the aroma fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around. This drink not only warms the body but also lifts the spirit, making it a perfect companion for chilly evenings.

Whether you’re looking to serve a festive drink at your next holiday celebration or simply want to enjoy a comforting beverage, this Hot Cranberry Drink is a must-try. Its beautiful ruby color and inviting scent will make it a standout on any table. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to sip on something truly special!

Ingredients

  • cups cranberries fresh
  • cups water divided
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cinnamon candies 
  •  cloves whole
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, cook cranberries in 2 cups water until they pop. Strain through a fine sieve, reserving juice and discarding skins; set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, candies, cloves and remaining water. Cook until candies are dissolved.
  3. Add orange and lemon juices and reserved cranberry juice; heat though. Discard cloves.
  4. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories137kcal
Protein0.72%
Fat1.15%
Carbs98.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.89
Glycemic Load
19.22
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.2460869485917%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
11.61mg
Delphinidin
1.92mg
Malvidin
0.11mg
Pelargonidin
0.08mg
Peonidin
12.29mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
1.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.24mg
Eriodictyol
0.4mg
Hesperetin
2.96mg
Naringenin
0.44mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
1.67mg
Quercetin
3.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:136.74kcal
6.84%
Fat:0.18g
0.28%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.1%
Carbohydrates:35.45g
11.82%
Net Carbohydrates:34.43g
12.52%
Sugar:32.15g
35.72%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:10.34mg
0.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.26g
0.52%
Vitamin C:14.2mg
17.21%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.97%
Fiber:1.01g
4.05%
Copper:0.05mg
2.64%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.42%
Potassium:61.14mg
1.75%
Folate:6.47µg
1.62%
Magnesium:5.89mg
1.47%
Vitamin K:1.51µg
1.44%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.27%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.23%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.14%
Calcium:10.84mg
1.08%