Introduction

Witches Brew is a refreshing and flavorful punch perfect for any gathering. This spiced tea and fruit juice blend delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tang, making it a festive treat for fall and beyond.

The image shows two clear glasses filled with a reddish-orange drink, with large ice cubes floating on top. Each glass has a slice of blood orange placed on the rim, showing its deep red and orange colors. One glass is garnished with a cinnamon stick standing inside the drink. The background is a white marbled texture surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups boiling water
3/4 cup granulated sugar
5 tea bags (use tea of choice)
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
2 1/2 cups water
2 pints cranberry juice cocktail (4 cups)
1/2 cup fresh squeezed blood orange juice (or regular orange juice)
2/3 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
Garnish with orange slices, whole cloves, and cinnamon sticks (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: In a saucepan, combine sugar and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, and cook until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Remove the tea bags and stir in the ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
Step 3: In a large pitcher, add the remaining 2 1/2 cups water, brewed tea mixture, cranberry juice cocktail, blood orange juice, and lemon juice. Stir well.
Step 4: Chill the mixture in the refrigerator until cold, about 2 hours.
Step 5: Once chilled, garnish with orange slices, or orange slices studded with whole cloves, and cinnamon sticks if desired. Serve over ice.

Tips & Variations

Use organic ingredients whenever possible for the best flavor and quality.
If serving children, omit the whole cloves as they can be a choking hazard. Instead, simply use orange slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish.
Try different tea varieties such as black tea, spiced chai, or herbal teas to create unique flavor profiles.

Storage

Store Witches Brew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. For best flavor, consume within this time frame. When ready to serve, stir well and pour over ice. Do not freeze as it may affect texture and taste.

How to Serve

The image shows two clear glasses filled with a reddish-orange drink with ice cubes floating on top. Each glass has a thin cinnamon stick inside and a slice of blood orange placed on the rim. The drink is bright and slightly frosty, with the ice cubes catching light, making them look shiny and clear. The glasses sit on a white marbled surface with soft lighting enhancing the vibrant colors of the drink and fruit. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular orange juice instead of blood orange juice?

Yes, regular orange juice works perfectly and will provide a similar citrus flavor if blood orange juice is unavailable.

How long can I keep Witches Brew in the fridge?

When stored properly in an airtight container, Witches Brew will stay fresh in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days.

Witches Brew Recipe

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Witches Brew is a refreshing and flavorful cold beverage perfect for festive occasions, combining brewed tea with spicy cinnamon and nutmeg, tart cranberry juice cocktail, and fresh citrus juices. Served chilled and garnished with orange slices, whole cloves, and cinnamon sticks, this drink delights with a balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Yield: Approximately 10 servings (8 oz per serving) 1x
Category: Beverages
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Tea Base

2 cups boiling water
3/4 cup granulated sugar
5 tea bags (use tea of choice)
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Juices and Additional Liquids

2 1/2 cups water
2 pints cranberry juice cocktail (4 cups)
1/2 cup fresh squeezed blood orange juice (or regular orange juice)
2/3 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

Garnish (Optional)

Orange slices
Whole cloves
Cinnamon sticks

Instructions

Make the Sweet Tea Base: Place the granulated sugar and 2 cups of water into a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar completely. Once boiling and sugar is dissolved, remove from heat.
Steep the Tea: Add the tea bags to the hot sugar syrup. Allow to steep for 5 minutes for a strong infusion, then remove and discard the tea bags.
Add Spices: Stir in ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg into the brewed tea mixture until well combined.
Combine the Drink: In a large pitcher, pour in the remaining 2 1/2 cups of water, brewed tea mixture, cranberry juice cocktail, fresh squeezed blood orange (or regular orange) juice, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Chill the Beverage: Refrigerate the mixture until it is thoroughly chilled, about 2 hours.
Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with orange slices. For added festive flair, insert whole cloves into orange slices and add cinnamon sticks if desired. Serve the Witches Brew over ice for a refreshing experience.

Notes

Use organic ingredients whenever possible to enhance flavor and quality.
Whole cloves can pose a choking hazard to young children; omit cloves if serving to them.
Cloves can be neatly stuck into orange slices for garnish to add aroma and visual appeal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator; the drink will keep well for 3-5 days.

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