Ingredients (Serves 6–8):
1.5 cups Bonded Roots mezcal
½ gallon apple cider
2–3 oranges (juiced)
4 orange slices (for simmering or garnish)
½ bag fresh cranberries
4 cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves
1 star anise
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
In a medium pot, add cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and ground cinnamon. Toast on low heat for about 5 minutes to release aroma.
Add orange juice, orange slices, and apple cider. Stir gently.
Add fresh cranberries and continue to simmer until they begin to pop (about 10–15 minutes).
Pour in Bonded Roots mezcal and let the whole mixture simmer gently for another 5–10 minutes.
Ladle into mugs and serve warm.
Optional: Garnish with an orange slice or cinnamon stick.