Name: Festive Cranberry Orange Punch Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ounces cranberry juice; 2 ounces fresh orange juice; 2 ounces cold sparkling apple cider; 2 to 4 ounces ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda; 1 ounce vodka (optional); Ice; 4 cups cranberry juice (double for larger punch bowl); 4 cups orange juice (double for larger punch bowl); 4 cups sparkling apple cider (double for larger punch bowl); 4 cups ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda (double for larger punch bowl); 1 to 2 cups vodka (optional; double for larger punch bowl); Ice; 2 cups cranberry juice; 2 cups orange juice; 2 cups sparkling apple cider; 2 cups ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda; 1 cup vodka (optional); Cranberries; Rosemary; Orange slices

Description

A festive and refreshing Easy Christmas Punch recipe, perfect for holiday gatherings. This colorful, sparkling punch combines cranberry juice, orange juice, sparkling apple cider, ginger ale or ginger beer, and optional vodka, served over ice with optional garnishes for a cheerful presentation.

Ingredients

Scale

Single Serving

2 ounces cranberry juice
2 ounces fresh orange juice
2 ounces cold sparkling apple cider
2 to 4 ounces ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda
1 ounce vodka (optional)
Ice

Pitcher or Punch Bowl

4 cups cranberry juice (double for larger punch bowl)
4 cups orange juice (double for larger punch bowl)
4 cups sparkling apple cider (double for larger punch bowl)
4 cups ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda (double for larger punch bowl)
1 to 2 cups vodka (optional; double for larger punch bowl)
Ice

Pitcher

2 cups cranberry juice
2 cups orange juice
2 cups sparkling apple cider
2 cups ginger ale, ginger beer, or club soda
1 cup vodka (optional)

Optional Garnishes

Cranberries
Rosemary
Orange slices

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Instructions

Prepare Single Serving: In a jar or cocktail shaker, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, sparkling apple cider, and ginger ale. Mix well. Strain over ice and top with vodka if desired. Alternatively, pour each ingredient over ice to create a layered effect. Garnish and serve immediately.
Prepare Pitcher or Punch Bowl: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, sparkling apple cider, ginger ale (or club soda or ginger beer), and vodka if using. Mix well. Garnish with orange slices, fresh cranberries, and rosemary if available. Serve over ice.

Notes

Nutritional information is based on a single serving without alcohol.
To store leftover punch, place in an airtight container and refrigerate. It will keep good for up to 4 days.
Adjust the amount of ginger ale or ginger beer based on your desired sweetness and fizz.
For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the vodka.
Use fresh juices if possible for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150 kcal
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 20 mg
Fat: 0 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 36 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg