Ponche Navideño
Ingredients
- 4½ quarts (4.3 l) water
- 2 cups (416 g) da rk brown sugar (such as Imperial brand)
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup (40 g) dried hibiscus flowers
- 3 apples, diced
- 3 pears, diced
- 1 cup (200 g) raisins
Garnish:
- sliced apples, sliced pears and cinnamon sticks Brandy or tequila reposado (optional)
Instructions
- Place water, dark brown sugar, cinnamon sticks and dried hibiscus flowers in a stockpot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and stir until all sugar is dissolved. With a slotted spoon, remove hibiscus.
- Add apples, pears and raisins. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with sliced apples and pears and cinnamon sticks.
To spike:
- Add ½ ounce (15 ml) brandy or tequila reposado to each mug, stir.