A sparkling, non-alcoholic punch perfect for fall parties and Thanksgiving gatherings. This easy recipe features a make-ahead base and festive garnishes.
Author:maddie-thompson
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:10 min
Total Time:2 hours 25 min
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Beverage
Method:No Cook
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
4 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 (2-liter) bottle ginger ale, chilled
Fresh cranberries, orange slices, and cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions
In a large pot, combine apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, fresh orange juice, lemon juice, cinnamon sticks, and whole cloves.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until warm, but do not boil.
Remove from heat, discard cinnamon sticks and cloves, and let the base cool completely.
Chill the base in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
Just before serving, pour the chilled punch base into a punch bowl.
Slowly add the chilled ginger ale.
Garnish with fresh cranberries, orange slices, and cinnamon sticks.
Serve immediately.
Notes
For a make-ahead option, prepare the punch base up to 2 days in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator.
Add the ginger ale just before serving to maintain its sparkle.
Adjust the sweetness by adding a little honey or maple syrup to the base if desired.
This punch can be easily scaled up for larger gatherings.