Description
A refreshing and festive Easy Christmas Punch combining cranberry juice, fresh orange juice, sparkling apple cider, and ginger ale with an optional vodka kick. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this punch can be served individually or in large batches from a pitcher or punch bowl, garnished with cranberries, rosemary, and orange slices for a beautiful presentation.
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
- 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 or 16 to 32 cups)
- 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
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: For a single serving, mix cranberry juice, orange juice, sparkling apple cider, and ginger ale in a shaker or jar. For larger quantities, combine all ingredients in a large pitcher or punch bowl.
- Strain and Serve: For single servings, strain the mixture over ice and top with vodka if using. Alternatively, pour each ingredient over ice for a layered effect. For pitchers or punch bowls, mix well and serve over ice.
- Garnish: Add optional garnishes such as fresh cranberries, rosemary sprigs, and orange slices to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh and festive flavors.
Notes
- Nutritional information provided is based on a single serving without alcohol.
- To store leftover punch, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Adjust ginger ale or sparkling soda quantity to taste for desired sweetness and fizz.
- Vodka is optional and can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version suitable for all ages.
- For a layered effect, pour ingredients slowly over ice without stirring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
