Spiced Cranberry Punch

Spiced Cranberry Punch Recipe from Julia Delaney

Ingredients

• 12 oz cranberries (1 pack)
• 2 oranges (organic)
• 1/2 cup kumquats (optional)
• 1/2 cup sour cherry concentrate (optional, but highly recommended)
• 12 cups water
• spices:
  • 1/2 cup jaggery
  • 1 nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp allspice (berries)
  • 1 tbsp cardamom (whole pods)
  • 1 tsp cloves (whole)
  • 3 cinnamon sticks ( large)
  • 3-5 star anise

Directions

1. Combine ingredients:
   • In a large pot, combine everything except the oranges and sour cherry concentrate.
2. Cook:
   • Bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat with the lid on for 20 minutes.
3. Add oranges:
   • Add sliced oranges and simmer for another 10 minutes.
   • Remove from heat and let steep for 15–20 minutes.
4. Strain:
   • Strain the drink and stir in the sour cherry concentrate.
5. Serve:
   • Winter: Serve warm.
   • Summer: Serve chilled.
   • Garnish each glass with an orange slice, seedless cherry (optional), and a cinnamon stick.