How to make Mexican ponche

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🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum

💰Cheaper: white grape juice

Non-alcoholic rum maintains flavor without alcohol.

Chop guava into large pieces.

Peel and chop the sugar cane into two pieces using a sharp knife.

Remove the seeds from the tamarind.

Cut a yellow apple into large pieces.

Put water in a large pan.

Add the sugar cane, cinnamon sticks, and guava to the pan.

Add the prunes and tamarind to the pan.

Lower the heat, cover the pan, and let the ponche simmer for about 30 minutes.

Serve the ponche in beautiful cups.

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