Witches' Brew

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Witches' Brew
300 min.
6
281kcal

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Welcome to a spellbinding concoction that’s sure to enchant your taste buds this season— Witches' Brew! This delightful beverage is not just a treat for the eyes with its vibrant colors, but also a healthy choice for everyone at your gathering. Whether you are hosting a Halloween party, a cozy autumn get-together, or simply looking to indulge in a refreshing drink, this brew is the perfect start to your festivities.

What makes this recipe truly magical is that it caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. With layers of flavors from cinnamon, ginger, and a fruity mix of cranberry juice and sparkling cider, each sip is a bewitching blend of sweetness and spice. You can also opt to add a splash of dark rum for an adult twist, making it a versatile drink for all guests, young or old.

Prepare to impress your friends and family with captivating hand-shaped ice blocks, reminiscent of witchy charms. As you serve this gorgeous potion at your next gathering, watch their faces light up with delight and intrigue. With a preparation time of approximately 5 hours, you can easily make the magical syrup ahead of time, ensuring you’re ready to cast a spell of fun and flavor when it's time to celebrate. So, gather your ingredients and conjure up this enchanting Witches' Brew!

Ingredients

  • sticks cinnamon (3-inch)
  • liter seltzer water chilled
  • cups cranberry juice cocktail chilled
  • cup rum dark
  • 25.3 ounce cider chilled ()
  • tablespoons ginger peeled finely chopped
  • servings ice cubes (see cooks' note, below)
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Bring cinnamon sticks, cloves, ginger, water, and sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved, then simmer, covered, 5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let steep, uncovered, 1 hour.
  3. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding solids, then chill until cold.
  4. Combine all remaining ingredients, except ice, with syrup in a punch bowl.
  5. Add ice before serving.
  6. •To make hand-shaped ice, fill powder-free, latex-free rubber gloves with water and tie wrist end securely, then freeze.•Syrup can be made 1 week ahead and chilled with spices. Strain before using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories281kcal
Protein0.28%
Fat1.41%
Carbs98.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.52
Glycemic Load
21.52
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
5.4660869733147%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.62mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Pelargonidin
0.05mg
Peonidin
0.69mg
Catechin
0.32mg
Epicatechin
1.67mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.39mg
Quercetin
3.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:280.85kcal
14.04%
Fat:0.24g
0.38%
Saturated Fat:0.03g
0.16%
Carbohydrates:38.56g
12.85%
Net Carbohydrates:37.87g
13.77%
Sugar:34.41g
38.23%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:47.69mg
2.07%
Alcohol:19.33g
100%
Alcohol %:4.23%
100%
Protein:0.11g
0.22%
Vitamin C:71.57mg
86.75%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.1%
Copper:0.06mg
2.95%
Calcium:27.83mg
2.78%
Fiber:0.69g
2.76%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.71%
Vitamin K:2.05µg
1.96%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.83%
Iron:0.32mg
1.81%
Magnesium:6.25mg
1.56%
Potassium:47.52mg
1.36%
Source:Epicurious