SPICED AMBROSIA PUNCH

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I love this chai-inspired twist on basic spiced cider punch. It's so easy to make, and everyone seems pleasantly surprised by the apricot and peach nectars..-Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h15m

Yield 10 servings (about 2 qt.).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3-1/2 cups apple cider or juice
3 cups apricot nectar
1 cup peach nectar or additional apricot nectar
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
8 whole cloves
Optional: Orange slices and lemon zest strips

Steps:

In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine first seven ingredients. Place cinnamon sticks, ginger, orange zest and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Add to slow cooker., Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 3-4 hours. Discard spice bag. Serve warm. If desired, garnish with orange slices and lemon zest strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.