Fruit punch, the favorite drink of the Christmas season

One of the reasons why Christmas is one of the most anticipated seasons of the year is due to the delicious holiday dishes and drinks. Mexican cuisine boasts irresistible traditional recipes that are a must during these celebrations, and one of them is Christmas punch. There's nothing like enjoying a warm cup of punch while forgetting the cold and sharing special moments with our loved ones. That's why at kiwilimón, we’ll tell you all about fruit punch so you can prepare it during this special time. You can also read: How much does it cost to make Christmas dinner?What is Christmas punch?Punch, also known as fruit punch, Christmas punch, holiday punch, or fruit tea, is a traditional Mexican drink that is essential during the Christmas season. It is a hot beverage made from an exceptional combination of fruits and spices that has a sweet and comforting flavor, perfect for the cold season. Punch is made with fruits such as tejocotes, sugar cane, apples, guavas, and even pineapple and prunes, as noted by Larousse Cocina. Various recipes may also include orange or lime, hibiscus flower, tamarind, chamomile, and anise. All the ingredients are boiled in water with piloncillo, sugar, and cinnamon.While the most common way to enjoy a cup of warm punch is to ward off the cold during the Christmas season, there are also cold versions of this winter beverage, and some are even prepared with a “kick” by adding a bit of rum, brandy, aguardiente, or some other type of liquor. Christmas punch is typically served in cups, as noted by Taste Atlas, and is served both liquid and with pieces of the fruit used in preparation. Additionally, it is often served at posadas as well as at the Christmas dinner, although you don’t need to wait for a special occasion to prepare it, as it is perfect for warming up in winter.Besides having an incomparable flavor, fruit punch has health benefits. According to the Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development, due to the ingredients with which it is prepared, this drink contains vitamin A, vitamin C, and B complex, making it ideal for combating common illnesses of the winter season.You can also read: Everything you need to organize the best posadaHow to prepare Christmas punch?Whether you want to prepare this delicious drink to share with your guests at a posada or at your Christmas dinner, or simply want to satisfy your craving, at kiwilimón, we share the best recipe to prepare punch the traditional way. The following recipe yields 12 servings and will be ready in less than 1 hour. Ingredients:1 kilogram of sugar cane5 apples5 pears10 guavas500 grams of tejocote5 liters of water200 grams of tamarind200 grams of prunes50 grams of hibiscus flower2 cloves1 kilogram of piloncillo100 grams of sugar2 sticks of cinnamonPreparation:1. Peel the sugar cane and cut it into sticks.2. Core the apples and pears and cut them into thin strips.3. Cut the guavas and tejocotes into quarters.4. Heat the water in a pot, add the fruit, and boil for 20 minutes.5. Add the tamarind, prunes, hibiscus, cloves, piloncillo, sugar, and cinnamon. Cook until the fruit is tender.Now you are ready to enjoy an irresistible punch full of traditional flavors that will keep you warm during the Christmas season!You can also make the most of Christmas punch and use it to prepare other delicious recipes. Can you imagine making a fruit punch mosaic gelatin? This holiday dessert tastes like you're sipping a cup of punch and uniquely combines the flavor of tamarind and guava. Another way to maximize this traditional Mexican drink is by preparing an original punch snow! It is very easy to prepare, and we are sure you will love it.If you want to learn how to prepare more Christmas punch recipes, don’t miss this cooking class where Chef Mau Eggleton will teach you how to prepare two fruit punches perfect for the Christmas season. Remember that at kiwilimón, you can find the best tips and the most delicious Christmas recipes with which you can plan your December 24 dinner from start to finish and pamper your loved ones with incomparable dishes. Merry Christmas!You can also read: How to substitute the most expensive ingredients for Christmas dinner?