Hot Spiced Concord Grape Juice Food

HOT SPICED CONCORD GRAPE JUICE

Steps:

• In a medium stockpot, combine Concord grape juice, cardamom pods, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer the mixture until the juice becomes infused with the spices, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately, or keep warm until ready to serve.

SPICED (AND SPIKED) CONCORD GRAPE PUNCH

Steps:

• Combine grape juice and spices in a large pot. Bring just to a simmer, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, 20 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve (discard solids), and chill. To serve, combine with simple syrup and vodka, if using. Serve over ice in a tall glass, and garnish with grapes.

EASY CONCORD GRAPE JUICE

Steps:

• In sterilized jar place 2 cups grapes.
• Add 1/2 cup sugar.
• Fill to top with boiling water.
• Seal jars at once with 2 piece lids. Process in water-bath canner for 10 minutes. Remove from canner and keep out of drafts(cover with a towel). Next day remove metal lid-bands, and label with date and contents.
• Let juice stand 3 to 4 weeks before using.
• Strain juice from grapes and use juice.

HOT SPICED GRAPE JUICE

Steps:

• Add water if its too rich; sugar to taste.
• Heat and strain.

SHAKER SPICED GRAPE JUICE

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes.
• Strain if necessary. Serve hot.