Autumn Punch: Perfect Fall Harvest Beverage Recipe
Refreshing fall punch featuring apple cider, cranberry juice, and warming spices. Perfect for autumn gatherings and holiday entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Cuisine: american
Ingredients
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- 6 cups fresh apple cider, chilled,
- 2 cups pure cranberry juice, chilled,
- 2 cups sparkling water or ginger ale, chilled,
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice,
- 1/4 cup maple syrup,
- 2 cinnamon sticks,
- 4 whole cloves,
- 2 star anise pods,
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated,
- 1 orange, sliced into rounds,
- 1 cup fresh cranberries,
- 2 apples, cored and sliced
Instructions
- Combine apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange juice in large punch bowl. Whisk in maple syrup until dissolved.
- Toast whole spices in dry pan for 2-3 minutes, then add to juice mixture with grated ginger. Let rest 30 minutes.
- Strain out whole spices if desired for cleaner presentation.
- Just before serving, slowly add chilled sparkling water or ginger ale. Stir gently once.
- Float orange slices, apple slices, and cranberries on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately with ladle and chilled glasses. Add cinnamon sticks as stirrers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g