Ingredients for Spiced Red Wine Punch
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 star anise pods
- 6 allspice berries
- 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each)
- Vanilla Bean
- 6 cups dry red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
- Syrup
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
- Kumquat
- Ice Cube
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How to Make Spiced Red Wine Punch
- **Make the Holiday Spice Syrup:** In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup granulated sugar, 3 star anise pods, 6 allspice berries, 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each), and 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped out. Simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
- **Steep and Strain:** Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heat-safe container. Discard solids.
- **Chill the Syrup:** Allow the syrup to cool completely, then refrigerate until ready to use (it can be stored for up to one week).
- **Combine and Rest:** In a large punch bowl, combine 6 cups of your favorite dry red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot) with 1 ¼ cups of the chilled holiday spice syrup. Gently stir to combine. Let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- **Garnish and Serve:** Just before serving, garnish the punch with ½ cup pomegranate seeds and 6-8 kumquat slices. Serve chilled over ice.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
115g
Fat
0g
Carbs
14g
