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Looking for a delicious and warming fall drink? Look no further than this hot apple punch with dark rum! Loaded with apples, cinnamon, and cloves, it’s the perfect drink to cozy up with on a cold day. Best of all, it’s easy to make – just mix everything together and heat on the stove!
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Choosing Apples for the Punch
When it comes to choosing apples for your punch, Granny Smiths are tart and juicy, Honeycrisps add a hint of sweetness, Golden Delicious bring a floral flavor, and Braeburns lend a crispness. All four varieties are great options for adding some extra deliciousness and vibrant color to your punch.
And don’t be afraid to mix and match – why not try combining Granny Smiths and Honeycrisps for a perfect balance of sweet and tart? Keep experimenting until you find the combination that’s just right for you.
What you’ll need to make Hot Apple Punch
- Apple juice
- Cinnamon sticks
- Whole cloves
- Oranges
- Assorted apples
- Dark rum
Ingredient substitutions
Spices: You can swap out the cloves for something like ginger if you prefer. If you do use any spices in powdered form, it is best to sieve the drink before serving and then add the apples back in to stop it being gritty.
Rum: Dark rum could be swapped for spiced rum and either some of the spices left out or just have a super spicy drink!
What you could also add
Caramel: One delicious addition to hot apple punch is caramel. Simply melt some caramel candies or drizzle store-bought caramel sauce into the mixture for a rich, indulgent flavor.
Ginger ale: Another tasty addition is ginger ale, which gives the punch a slightly spicy kick. You could also try adding freshly grated nutmeg for a hint of warmth, or a splash of cranberry juice for added tartness.
More alcohol: If you want to add an extra boozy element, consider throwing in a shot of vanilla vodka or spiced rum.
Sliced fruit: For something refreshing and unexpected, try adding some thinly sliced pear or pineapple chunks.
How to make the cocktail
Place apple juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, orange slices, and apples in a medium pot over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it simmer 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in dark rum.
Serve immediately and garnish with extra apple slices and cinnamon sticks.
Recipe tips
It is best to serve the drink straight after you make it. Not only will it get cold (which is still okay) but once the apples are exposed to the air, they can start to brown. So it is best to make it when you want to drink it and to get through it all in one sitting.
Hot Apple Punch
Make a warming punch this fall with loads of apples and a little spice
Ingredients
- 4 c. apple juice
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole cloves
- 6 whole cloves
- 2 oranges, sliced 1/4” thick
- 2 oranges, sliced 1/4” thick
- 3 assorted apples, cored and sliced into wedges
- 3 assorted apples, cored and sliced into wedges
- 1 c. dark rum
- 1 c. dark rum
Instructions
- Place apple juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, orange slices, and apples in a medium pot over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it simmer 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in dark rum, if using. Serve immediately and garnish with extra apple slices and cinnamon sticks
Notes
It is best to serve the drink straight after you make it. Not only will it get cold (which is still okay) but once the apples are exposed to the air, they can start to brown. So it is best to make it when you want to drink it and to get through it all in one sitting.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 323Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 13mgCarbohydrates: 57gFiber: 6gSugar: 44gProtein: 1g
