Saturday, December 22, 2007

Entertaining 101: Twist on a Classic




Mulled Cranberry Cider Mocktail


Here's my youthful-yet-seasonal twist on the traditional mulled wine. Designated drivers and kids will love this warm drink, too!

{ Serves 6 }

3 cups apple cider
3 cups cranberry juice
1/4 cups mulling spices
Cinnamon sticks and fresh cranberries, for garnish


In a sauce pan, combine juices and mulling spices, bring to a boil. Turn off the stove. Let cool. Strain spices and pour into mugs, garnish with a cinnamon stick and three floating cranberries.


{ For a cocktail } Substitute a full bodied red wine (in place of cranberry juice) for the livelier version!


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Photo credit: Sasha Gulish