Hot Scarlet Wine Punch

Warm up your winter evenings with Hot Scarlet Wine Punch, a festive and aromatic beverage that combines the rich depth of dry red wine with the tart sweetness of cranberry and orange juices. Infused with warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, this drink is elevated by a touch of honey for natural sweetness and slices of vibrant citrus for a zesty finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire, this punch is simmered gently to preserve its boozy essence and garnished with cranberries or citrus for a stunning presentation. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is your go-to for effortless holiday entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 750 ml dry red wine
• 250 ml cranberry juice
• 125 ml orange juice
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 6 whole cloves
• 1 star anise
• 1 orange
• 1 lemon
• 50 g fresh cranberries (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the orange and lemon into thin rounds, keeping the peel intact. Set aside a few slices for garnish if desired.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine the red wine, cranberry juice, and orange juice.

Step 3

Add the honey, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise to the mixture. Stir gently to dissolve the honey.

Step 4

Add the sliced orange and lemon to the saucepan, submerging them into the liquid.

Step 5

Place the saucepan over medium heat and slowly bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Make sure to avoid boiling the liquid, as it can burn off the alcohol.

Step 6

Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and let the punch cook for 10–15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and the spices to infuse the liquid.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to settle.

Step 8

Strain the punch through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the spices and citrus slices, if preferred.

Step 9

Serve the Hot Scarlet Wine Punch warm in heatproof glasses or mugs. Garnish with reserved citrus slices or a small handful of fresh cranberries for a decorative touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1451.8 grams (1451.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1073

Total Fat 4.20g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.60g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 92mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 129.90g	47%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 75.60g
Protein 5.80g	12%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327mg	25%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2026mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.5%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 89.5%