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Holiday Cocktail Punch

Holiday Cocktail Punch

Discover the art of creating a memorable Holiday Cocktail Punch. Learn expert tips, recipes, and presentation ideas to impress your guests effortlessly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Infusion Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 gallon apple cider quality
  • 2 cups bourbon
  • 2 juices oranges juice of
  • 2 juices lemons juice of
  • 4 sticks cinnamon
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 3 pods star anise
  • 10 peppercorns black peppercorns
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup apple brandy
  • 2 cups light rum
  • 2 cups coconut rum
  • 4 cups pineapple juice
  • 2 cups coconut cream
  • 1 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup passion fruit puree or mango nectar
  • 1/4 cup simple syrup
  • 2 liters ginger ale chilled
  • Fresh pineapple wedges, maraschino cherries, lime wheels for garnish
  • Edible flowers (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Punch bowl
  • Ladle
  • Mugs
  • Measuring cups
  • Juicer

Method
 

  1. For Spiced Apple Cider Bourbon Punch, heat the apple cider gently in a large pot.
  2. Add the bourbon, orange juice, and lemon juice to the pot.
  3. Drop in the cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and black peppercorns.
  4. Simmer for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to marry.
  5. Right before serving, stir in maple syrup and apple brandy.
  6. Ladle into mugs and garnish with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick.
  7. For Tropical Paradise Punch, combine light rum and coconut rum in a punch bowl.
  8. Add pineapple juice, coconut cream, lime juice, and passion fruit puree.
  9. Stir in simple syrup and taste for sweetness.
  10. Before serving, add chilled ginger ale for fizz.
  11. Garnish with fresh pineapple wedges, maraschino cherries, and lime wheels.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust spices and sweetness to your taste. The beauty of punch is its flexibility! Use ice rings made of your punch mix to keep it cold without dilution. Consider non-alcoholic versions by replacing spirits with kombucha, tea, or extra fruit juices. Always offer garnishes like fresh fruits and herbs to allow guests to customize their drinks. Enjoy the festive vibes!
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