Description
A refreshing and festive Fall Punch made with apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange juice, enhanced with warming spices and fizzy ginger ale. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this easy-to-make beverage combines tart and sweet flavors for a delicious seasonal drink that can be served chilled over ice or warmed for cozy enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 cups ginger ale
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Fruit and Spices
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4–5 whole cloves
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Combine Juices and Sweetener: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, blend the apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange juice. Stir in the maple syrup if desired to add a touch of natural sweetness.
- Add Spices and Fruit: Insert the cinnamon stick and whole cloves into the mixture. Add the sliced orange and apple to infuse the punch with fresh fruit flavor and aroma.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Refrigerate the punch for at least 1 hour to allow the spices and fruit to release their flavors into the drink, making it richly aromatic and flavorful.
- Finish with Ginger Ale: Just before serving, stir in the ginger ale to add a refreshing fizz and balance the tartness with a bubbly texture.
- Serve: Pour the punch over ice cubes in individual glasses. Garnish with additional fruit slices if desired for a festive presentation and extra flavor.
Notes
- For an adult version, add 1 cup of spiced rum or bourbon to the punch.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar according to preference.
- This punch can be warmed and served hot for a cozy seasonal alternative.
