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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 14 |
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Pineapple juice prevents this hot drink from becoming overly sweet. Skip the rumwithout sacrificing flavorfor a beverage that's ideal for guests of all ages.Lori Schmeling, Hartland, Wisconsin Ingredients:
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches) |
1 teaspoon whole cloves |
2 cardamom pods, crushed |
4 cups apple cider or juice |
4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice |
1-1/2 cups apricot nectar |
1 cup orange juice |
1/2 cup rum, optional |
Directions:
1. Place the cinnamon stick, cloves and cardamom on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, pineapple juice, apricot nectar and orange juice. Add spice bag. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until flavors are blended. Discard spice bag. Stir in rum if desired. Serve warm. Yield: 14 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).
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