Blood Moon Apple Punch
This blood red spiced apple punch is perfect for any spooky celebration or as a addition to your Thanksgiving menu.
Ingredients
- 8 cups 100% apple juice
- 1 small beet, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
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Combine the apple juice, beet slices, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves in a pot. Cover the pot and bring the punch to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Once it comes to a boil, redue the heat to medium and let the puch simmer for 30 minutes.
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Remove the pot from the heat and use a slotted spoon to remove the beet slices. Then stir in the maple syrup and lime and lemon juices.
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Transfer the punch to a pitcher, or other container, and refrigerate until very cold. Serve in glasses over ice garnished with a slice of apple or lime.
Recipe Notes
Optional: Right before serving, add 1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple and 1/2 of an apple that has been peeled, cored, and chopped.