Description
This Cinnamon Plum Punch Mocktail is a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage combining sweet plums, apple and cranberry juices, infused with warm cinnamon spice. It’s gently heated for a cozy flavor, then chilled and served over ice for the perfect balance of fruity tartness and comforting warmth—a delicious and easy-to-make drink for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Juice
- 3 plums (pitted and sliced)
- 2 cups apple juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
Flavorings
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
Serving
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Blend the plums: Place the sliced plums into a blender and blend until you achieve a smooth puree.
- Heat ingredients: In a saucepan, combine the plum puree, apple juice, cranberry juice, and the cinnamon stick. Heat gently over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to simmer.
- Strain the mix: Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer to remove the plum pulp and cinnamon stick, ensuring a smooth punch.
- Sweeten: Stir in honey if you prefer your punch a bit sweeter, mixing until fully dissolved.
- Chill: Pour the mixture into a pitcher and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, approximately 1 to 2 hours.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled cinnamon plum punch over the ice. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or omitting it altogether.
- For an adult version, consider adding a splash of rum or bourbon.
- The punch can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated for deeper flavor.
- Use fresh, ripe plums for the best flavor.
- Ensure to strain well to avoid any gritty texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cinnamon Plum Punch, Mocktail, Non-alcoholic drink, Plum drink, Fall beverage, Holiday mocktail
