Caffeine Free Hot Spiced Cranberry Drink
Warm, tart, and deeply spiced, this cozy drink is exactly what you want wrapped around your hands on a cold evening. Cranberry juice forms the bold, ruby-red base, while cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and a hint of orange peel slowly infuse the liquid with layers of holiday-worthy flavor. Maple syrup sweetens everything naturally, and because you can adjust it a teaspoon at a time, the final cup is perfectly tailored to your taste. The gentle simmer — never a rolling boil — keeps the spice notes bright rather than bitter, which makes a real difference in the finished drink. For anyone steering clear of coffee or tea, finding a hot drink that actually feels festive and satisfying can be a challenge, but this one delivers on both counts without a trace of caffeine. Strain it into a pretty pitcher, drop in a fresh orange slice, and it's ready to serve to a crowd or just yourself on a quiet night in.
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6 servings
- 4 cups cranberry juice (100% juice, no added sweeteners)
- 1 cup water
- 3 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 4 whole allspice berries
- 3 strips orange peel (about 3 inches each, pith removed)
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
For serving
- orange slices, for serving (optional)
- cinnamon sticks, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberry juice, water, maple syrup, cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, orange peel strips, and ground ginger in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture just begins to steam and small bubbles form around the edges, about 8–10 minutes. Do not bring to a full boil.
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