Easy Christmas Punch Recipe
This Easy Christmas Punch is a festive and refreshing holiday beverage combining cranberry juice, fresh orange juice, sparkling apple cider, ginger ale, and a splash of vodka. Perfect for single servings or large gatherings, it’s garnished with fresh cranberries, orange slices, and rosemary for a colorful, seasonal touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving or approximately 8-10 servings for punch bowl 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Single Serving Punch
- 2 ounces cranberry juice
- 2 ounces fresh orange juice
- 2 ounces cold sparkling apple cider
- 2 to 4 ounces ginger ale (ginger beer, or club soda)
- 1 ounce vodka
- Ice
Pitcher or Punch Bowl
- 4 cups cranberry juice (double for a larger punch bowl)
- 4 cups orange juice (double for a larger punch bowl)
- 4 cups sparkling apple cider (double for a larger punch bowl)
- 4 cups ginger ale (ginger beer, or club soda – double for a larger punch bowl)
- 1 to 2 cups vodka (double for a larger punch bowl)
- Ice
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh cranberries
- Rosemary sprigs
- Orange slices
Instructions
- Prepare a Single Serving: In a jar or cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces cranberry juice, 2 ounces orange juice, 2 ounces sparkling apple cider, and 2 to 4 ounces ginger ale. Mix well to blend the flavors evenly.
- Serve Single Serving: Strain the mixture over ice in a glass. Top with 1 ounce vodka if desired. For an aesthetic touch, you may pour each ingredient over ice separately to create a layered look.
- Garnish Single Serving: Add optional garnishes such as orange slices, fresh cranberries, and rosemary sprigs. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.
- Prepare Pitcher or Punch Bowl: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine 4 cups cranberry juice, 4 cups orange juice, 4 cups sparkling apple cider, 4 cups ginger ale or alternative (club soda or ginger beer), and 1 to 2 cups vodka if using. Mix thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients.
- Serve Pitcher or Punch Bowl: Fill glasses with ice and pour the punch over. Garnish punch with fresh cranberries, rosemary sprigs, and orange slices for a festive presentation.
- Enjoy: Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing, fruity holiday punch with friends and family.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of vodka or omit it completely for a non-alcoholic version.
- Using ginger beer instead of ginger ale adds a spicier kick to the punch.
- For a sparkling effect, pour the sparkling apple cider last and stir gently to preserve bubbles.
- Double the recipe conveniently to serve larger groups as a punch bowl.
- Garnishes like rosemary and cranberries add festive color and aroma but are optional.
Keywords: Christmas punch, holiday punch, festive drink, cranberry punch, vodka cocktail, non-alcoholic punch, sparkling apple cider punch, holiday beverage
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