Ingredients for Spiced Lemonade
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
- 1 cup lemonade
- 1 star anise
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- half an orange slice (for garnish)
- 1 sprig fresh mint (for garnish)
- 1 green cherry (for garnish)
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How to Make Spiced Lemonade
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, 1 cup cranberry juice, 2 cinnamon sticks, 4 whole cloves, 1 star anise, and 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
- Remove from heat and let steep for another 3 minutes.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, discarding the spices.
- Stir in 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or to taste) until completely dissolved.
- Add 1 cup of lemonade (freshly squeezed or store-bought).
- Gently reheat over low heat if desired. Do not boil.
- Pour into mugs and garnish each serving with half an orange slice and a sprig of fresh mint or a green cherry.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
101g
Fat
0g
Carbs
8g