Name: Warm Christmas Punch with Winter Fruits
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 750 ml of red wine; 200 g of sugarcane, cut into small pieces; 2 apples, thinly sliced; 2 pears, thinly sliced; 3 cinnamon sticks; 1 star anise; 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves; Zest of one orange; Zest of one lemon; 100 g of sugar (adjust to taste)

image Warm Christmas Punch with Winter Fruits

Difficulty Level
Easy

Number of Servings
8

Warm Christmas Punch with Winter Fruits

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A delightful festive concoction, this Warm Christmas Punch evokes the sweet scents of an enchanting winter. A harmonious marriage of red wine and warm spices, this traditional Mexican beverage is elevated by the sweetness of sugarcane and the fresh aroma of winter fruits. Whether it's a winter sangria or a ponche de frutas navideño, this cocktail is the perfect companion for long winter evenings.

Ingredients

750 ml of red wine
200 g of sugarcane, cut into small pieces
2 apples, thinly sliced
2 pears, thinly sliced
3 cinnamon sticks
1 star anise
1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves
Zest of one orange
Zest of one lemon
100 g of sugar (adjust to taste)

Preparation steps

In a large saucepan, pour the red wine.
Add the pieces of sugarcane, apple slices, pear slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, ground cloves, orange zest, and lemon zest.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add the sugar and stir until completely dissolved.
Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
Serve hot in heat-resistant cups or glasses, making sure to garnish each serving with fruit slices and a piece of sugarcane.
For an extra touch, you can add a few fresh orange slices when serving. Enjoy this warm moment with family and friends !