Ingredients
For 4–6 servings
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup dried apple cider
- 1 cup sparkling water or ginger ale
- 0.5 cup vodka
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 3–4 whole cloves
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- Ice
Tools
- Large pitcher
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
- Knife & cutting board
- Ladle
Instructions
1️⃣ Infuse the base — 5 min
Add the following to a large pitcher:
- cranberry juice
- orange juice
- apple cider
- cinnamon sticks
- cloves
Gently stir to allow the spices to release their aroma.
2️⃣ Chill & build — 3 min
Add orange slices, fresh cranberries, and plenty of ice.
3️⃣ Finish — 2 min
For an alcoholic version: Add vodka
Add sparkling water or ginger ale
Stir gently.
4️⃣ Serve — Ready
Spoon into glasses, ensuring each glass contains fruit and spices.
Tips & Notes
- If you have children, omit the alcohol and add vodka separately to an adult glass.
- For a more festive feel, add a small slice of fresh ginger or a star anise.
- You can prepare this 2–3 hours in advance and refrigerate it. Add sparkling water just before serving.
- Rub the rim of the glass lightly with orange peel for an enhanced festive aroma.
- Reheat any remaining punch the next day for a non-alcoholic hot festive drink.
