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Post by Claudine on Nov 9, 2004 12:40:51 GMT -5
Does anyone have a good holiday cider or punch recipe that is a big hit. I'm looking for one for my swap that will be on Dec 12th.
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 9, 2004 18:10:04 GMT -5
I use the Mulling Spices from Williams-Sonoma with Cranberry Juice rather than Apple Cider. I first made this two years ago along with the Apple Cider and the Cranberry went very quickly. The next year I just stuck to the Cranberry.
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Post by Pam on Nov 9, 2004 18:28:12 GMT -5
Alcohol or no alcohol?  ? |
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 9, 2004 20:16:15 GMT -5
Mine is non-alcoholic because I do an afternoon cookie exchange. I think if I did one in the evening I would serve wine and if I did a Brunch Cookie Exchange I would serve Mammosa's (not sure about spelling)  |
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Post by Erin on Nov 9, 2004 22:59:48 GMT -5
This is my first visit, but I couldn't resist replying here. Submitted for your approval are two (non-alcoholic) which have been BIG hits for me over the years--one hot, one cold:
The Hot One:
4 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice
1 cup orange juice
1 (32 oz.) can apricot nectar (believe it or not, this is easy to find in the grocery store)
1 cup sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
Simmer for 20 minutes before serving (crock pot or coffee urn is good)
The Cold One: (called Mock Champagne Punch)
This is very complicated. Are you ready? Here goes:
Equal parts chilled ginger ale and white grape juice.
Hope you have fun!
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Post by Claudine on Nov 10, 2004 7:15:05 GMT -5
I would be curious to see one recipe with alcohol. Not that were a bunch of lushes or anything(LOL) but most seem to be non-alcoholic and I was just curious to read one that has alcohol in it. Thanks to everyone who responded...they sound great...now, to decide which one to have....hmmmm
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Post by Carla on Nov 10, 2004 8:14:56 GMT -5
I work at my church's coffee shop, and we make a DELICIOUS caramel apple cider drink. And it's really simple. This recipe is for single servings, but you could do the math to make a big batch. Hope you like it!
RECIPE:
1 mug apple cider, hot
2 tbsp. caramel flavor drink syrup (I buy this at my grocery store in the coffee section)
Whipped cream
Caramel ice cream syrup
Add the caramel flavor drink syrup to the hot cider. Top with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel ice cream syrup.
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 10, 2004 8:22:32 GMT -5
Erin that sounds so yummy  I usually make mine in a huge coffee urn that I bought just for my cookie exchange ciders. I do not make coffee in it - just ciders. I might have to give this a try since I am mixing things up a bit this year. Thanks for sharing. I love this board  |
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 10, 2004 8:24:04 GMT -5
Claudine I will check some of my food boards to see if I can find a good one with alcohol.  |
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 10, 2004 10:24:31 GMT -5
Hi Again,
Here is a recipe I found on the Food Network (Rachel Ray).
Hot Spiked Cider
2 quarts apple cider
2 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
4 shots apple brandy
Optional garnishes: Mugs rimmed with sugar, orange twists, freshly grated nutmeg, or whipped cream
Heat cider with cloves and cinnamon. Pour a shot of apple brandy into a mug and fill with cider.
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Post by Pam on Nov 10, 2004 13:22:01 GMT -5
This punch recipe is VERY good. My parents used to make this punch for their parties when I was young (obviously I was not the one drinking it though ! Here it is... Rosy Holiday Punch (also called Skagway Punch) 1 32oz. bottle Cranberry juice 1 12oz. can orange juice frozen (thawed) 1 6oz. can lemonade frozen (thawed) The juice of 1 fresh lemon In a large container mix together the above ingred. with 3 T sugar and 1/4 tsp. allspice. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. Just before serving add Ginger ale and Yukon Jack (alcohol). Keep tasting and add more or less alcohol. I normally do an ice ring made with Cranberry juice and O.J. mixed with Marachino cherries and oranges. In the past 2 years I have had to double the recipe because it goes so fast!!!! Pam |
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 10, 2004 15:48:04 GMT -5
Here are two more I found. The first is from the FN Semi-Homemade. I have not tried either but found on other boards.
Apple Pie Punch
2 cups apple juice or cider
4 ounces spiced rum
2 ounces cinnamon Schnapps
1 red apple, sliced
Combine apple juice, rum, and Schnapps in a punch bowl or pitcher. Serve punch over ice and garnish with red apple slices.
Called a Hot Apple Pie
It's Tuaca (a Mexican liqueuer) and apple cider. Hot, of course. I would add the Tuaca to the cider in the portions that you like. I usually fix mine in a coffee pot. Put in the cider, add the Tuaca and plug it in. It always gets great reviews at my winter parties.
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Post by Claudine on Nov 10, 2004 21:44:56 GMT -5
Thanks so much everyone for all these great recipes. I think I'm going to start making them all now and do my own taste-testing. I might be a bit loopy but what the heck. Tis the season....(LOL)
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 11, 2004 8:10:12 GMT -5
I think the Hot Spiked Cider sounds the best |
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Post by Melanie on Nov 13, 2004 20:44:03 GMT -5
Carla...this sounds awesome!!!! I can't wait to try this for Thanksgiving too! Thanks for sharing! I love this message board!! ************************ I work at my church's coffee shop, and we make a DELICIOUS caramel apple cider drink. And it's really simple. This recipe is for single servings, but you could do the math to make a big batch. Hope you like it! RECIPE: 1 mug apple cider, hot 2 tbsp. caramel flavor drink syrup (I buy this at my grocery store in the coffee section) Whipped cream Caramel ice cream syrup Add the caramel flavor drink syrup to the hot cider. Top with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel ice cream syrup. [/quote] |
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Post by Lorree on Nov 16, 2004 16:03:25 GMT -5
Can you put the apple brandy in the pot of spiked cider, or does soemthing happen to it when it sits. I was just thinking it would be more convenient to have it all mixed up than having to put a shot in a cup every time someone wants some more. How much apple brandy would you put in the pot if say you had a couple gallons of cider? -Lorree
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Post by Tracy OConnell on Nov 17, 2004 11:45:30 GMT -5
Hi,
I have a great punch recipe that I got from a friend of mine over 8 years ago and I make it every year for my cookie swap - and it's a HUGE HIT!
2 Large Cans Frozen Limeade
2 Bottles 7-Up
1 Lime sliced round and then in half
1 Lemon sliced round and then in half
1 Bag of Frozen Strawberries (to be used as decorative ice cubes)
That's it! Just pour the 7-up over the limeade and then add your lemons, limes and strawberries. Everyone loves this stuff!
Good luck!
Tracy
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Post by Cathie on Nov 20, 2004 6:46:02 GMT -5
Has anyone just done Apple Cider with spices and put
it in a crock pot??
I guess my concern is running out and having to stop and make more. I have 2 crockpots so I would like to fill them both before the exchange.
Would you heat it up on high first then just keep it on low??
Thanks
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Post by Bonnie on Nov 20, 2004 9:10:31 GMT -5
Before I decided to invest in a 100 cup coffee maker (just for my annual cider) I was making it on the stove top and putting it into carafes. I found it was easier to go to Linens and Things with my 20% off coupon and buy the coffee maker. I just put the apple cider in then the spices on the top filter part and let it do it's thing (usually one hour before guests arrive). |
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Post by Jeanine on Dec 8, 2004 15:29:17 GMT -5
i really enjoy Ina Garten's apple cider recipe
i make this in my crock pot
1 gal apple cider
orange peel of 2 oranges
juice of 2 oranges
4 cinnamon sticks
8 cloves
4 star anise
simmer as long as you like ... it makes the house smell fabulous!
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