Description

This Easy Christmas Punch is a festive and refreshing holiday beverage perfect for gatherings. Combining cranberry juice, fresh orange juice, sparkling apple cider, and ginger ale with an optional splash of vodka, it offers a delightful balance of fruity and bubbly flavors. The recipe includes options for single servings, pitcher, or punch bowl preparations, garnished with cranberries, rosemary, and orange slices to add a seasonal touch.

Ingredients

Scale

Single Serving

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 (optional)
Ice

Pitcher (about 7 to 9 cups)

2 cups cranberry juice
2 cups orange juice
2 cups sparkling apple cider
2 cups ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda
1 cup vodka (optional)

Punch Bowl (1 to 2 gallons)

4 cups cranberry juice
4 cups orange juice
4 cups sparkling apple cider
4 cups ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda
1 to 2 cups vodka (optional)
Ice

Optional Garnishes

Cranberries
Rosemary
Orange slices

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Instructions

Prepare Single Serving: In a jar or cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice, orange juice, sparkling apple cider, and ginger ale. Mix well. Strain the mixture over ice, then top with vodka if using. Alternatively, pour each ingredient over ice sequentially to create a layered effect. Garnish with cranberries, rosemary, or orange slices and serve immediately.
Prepare Pitcher or Punch Bowl: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, sparkling apple cider, ginger ale (or ginger beer or club soda), and vodka if desired. Stir well to blend the flavors. Add ice to chill the punch and garnish with orange slices, fresh cranberries, and rosemary. Serve over ice.

Notes

Nutritional information is based on a single serving without alcohol.
To store leftover punch, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will remain fresh for up to 4 days.
The vodka is optional and can be omitted to make a non-alcoholic version suitable for all ages.
Using sparkling apple cider adds festive bubbles, but club soda can be used as a lower sugar alternative.
Adjust the quantity of ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda based on your preferred level of sweetness and fizz.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 120 kcal
Sugar: 24 g
Sodium: 30 mg
Fat: 0 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg