Chicha Morada

• 2 cups purple corn
• 8 cups water
• 1 cup pineapple
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick cinnamon stick
• 4 cloves cloves
• 1 lime juice
• 1 cup apple

Method

1. 1

   In a large pot, combine the dried purple corn and water. Bring to a boil over high heat.

2. 2

   Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the chopped pineapple, sugar, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the pot. Stir well and let simmer for another 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly. Strain the liquid into a pitcher, discarding the solids.

5. 5

   Stir in the freshly squeezed lime juice and adjust sweetness if needed.

6. 6

   Serve chilled, optionally garnished with chopped apple.