Description
This refreshing Thanksgiving Punch is a perfect festive beverage combining apple cider, citrus juices, and cranberry flavors with a sparkling ginger ale finish. It’s vibrant, naturally vegan and gluten-free, ideal for holiday parties and family gatherings, and can be served as a non-alcoholic or spiked holiday drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Juices
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Additional Ingredients
- 1 liter ginger ale, chilled
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 apple, sliced
Garnishes
- Cinnamon sticks (optional)
- Star anise (optional)
- Ice (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Juices: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, pour the apple cider, orange juice, cranberry juice, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well to ensure all the flavors are well blended and evenly mixed.
- Add Ginger Ale: Just before serving, add the chilled ginger ale to the juice mixture. Gently stir to combine without losing the fizz from the ginger ale.
- Incorporate Fruits and Garnishes: Add the fresh or frozen cranberries, sliced orange, and sliced apple to the punch, which enhances both flavor and visual appeal, giving the punch a festive look.
- Serve: To serve, pour the punch over ice in individual glasses if desired. Garnish each glass or the punch bowl with cinnamon sticks or star anise for a warm holiday aroma and decorative touch.
Notes
- For an adult version, add 1 to 1 1/2 cups of spiced rum or bourbon to the punch.
- This punch can be made a day in advance; store covered in the refrigerator and add ginger ale and garnishes right before serving to maintain the fizz and freshness.
