Description
A warmly spiced apple cider punch blending tangy citrus, fizzy ginger , and fragrant apple cider—perfect for fall gatherings, festive brunches, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 6 cups apple cider
- 1 cup orange juice
- ½ cup lemon juice
- 1 liter (≈4 cups) ginger
- Garnishes: apple and orange slices, cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the apple cider, orange juice, lemon juice, and if using. Stir to blend. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Refrigerate until well chilled—ideally at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Just before serving, gently stir in the ginger for effervescence. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Serve over ice (optional), garnished with apple & orange slices and cinnamon sticks. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Notes
- For non-alcoholic fun, omit entirely (still delicious!). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Prepare base (cider and juices) up to a day ahead and refrigerate—add ginger just before serving to preserve fizz. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Use larger ice cubes or an ice ring to avoid diluting the punch too quickly. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Customize the garnish—apple slices, orange wheels, cinnamon sticks add visual appeal and aroma. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
- Prep Time: 10–15 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage / Punch
- Method: Cold assembly
- Cuisine: American / Fall‑inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: ≈183 kcal
- Sugar: ≈37 g
- Sodium: ≈17 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: undefined
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: ≈47 g
- Fiber: undefined
- Protein: ≈1 g
- Cholesterol: undefined
