Description
A refreshing and festive drink perfect for your Thanksgiving celebration, this non-alcoholic Thanksgiving punch combines the cozy flavors of apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange juice, with a bubbly finish from sparkling water or ginger ale. It’s the ideal beverage for all ages to enjoy while adding a touch of holiday cheer to your gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
4 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice
1 cup orange juice
1 cup sparkling water (or ginger ale)
1 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish)
1 orange (sliced)
1 apple (sliced)
Cinnamon sticks (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large punch bowl, mix together the apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange juice until well combined.
- Right before serving, gently fold in the sparkling water (or ginger ale) to add some fizz.
- Decorate the punch with fresh cranberries, slices of orange, and apple, adding a festive touch. If you like, toss in some cinnamon sticks for extra flavor.
- Serve over ice in glasses, and savor the delightful blend of flavors!
Notes
- Use fresh fruit and juices for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding honey, agave syrup, or simple syrup to taste if desired.
- Make ahead and refrigerate the punch base, but add the sparkling water or ginger ale just before serving to preserve the fizz.
- To make it alcoholic, consider adding rum, bourbon, or a citrus liqueur like Cointreau or Grand Marnier.
- Scale the recipe up to serve larger groups.
- Prep Time: Time 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes