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Easy Clericó Recipe: Festive Paraguayan Fruit Punch

Clericó is a festive favorite in Paraguay, especially during Christmas and New Year's celebrations. This vibrant, refreshing, fruit-filled punch is a must-have at any gathering. It combines the zesty taste of orange juice and the rich depth of red wine with an array of fresh, colorful fruits. With its delicious blend of pineapple, melon, oranges, apples, and grapes.Clericó is traditionally served with a spoon, allowing guests to savor the flavorful liquid and the marinated fruits. It's the perfect crowd-pleaser for your holiday festivities.

Prep Time
30 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 24
Calories: 194 kcal
Course: Dessert , Drinks
Cuisine: Paraguayan

Ingredients

  • 2 (750-ml)bottle of red wine, such as Malbec (Alamos)
  • 50 ml Grand Marnier , optional
  • 1 pineapple , cut into ¾ inch cubes
  • 1 melon , cut into ¾ inch cubes
  • 6 oranges , cut into ¾ inch cubes
  • 5 apples , cut into ¾ inch cubes, (use a sharp knife to cut the core).
  • 1 lb. seedless red grapes , whole or cut in half
  • 2.63- liter orange juice
  • ¼ cups sugar , to taste
  • Juice from 2 lemons or limes

Instructions

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  1. Wash, peel, and cut the fruits, then place them in a large punch bowl.
  2. Add the sugar, wine, orange juice, lemon juice, and Grand Marnier (if using), and mix well until the sugar dissolves. Taste and adjust sweetness with more sugar if needed.
  3. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until just before serving. Ideally, you should wait about 1 hour or overnight for the flavors to meld (Clerico improves as it sits), but you can serve it immediately if desired.
  4. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • How to Store
  • How to Store
  • Store leftover Clericó in the refrigerator for up to a week.