Holiday Wine Punch Cocktails
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Holiday Wine Punch Cocktails
Description
This punch recipe uses a base of red wine mixed with cranberry-apple juice, orange juice, and ginger beer for effervescence. Vanilla extract adds subtle warmth and complexity. Stirring these ingredients together in a large bowl allows the flavors to meld before serving.
Garnishes like fresh cranberries, orange and apple slices, fresh mint, and cinnamon sticks contribute seasonal scents and make the punch visually inviting. Serving over ice chills the drink and balances the sweetness.
The punch suits holiday parties, casual get-togethers, or any occasion where a crowd-pleasing mixed drink is desired. The combination offers a refreshing contrast of fruity and spicy elements typical of winter flavors.
It is best to prepare the punch shortly before serving to preserve the ginger beer's fizz. You can refrigerate the wine and juices ahead of time and add the ginger beer just before serving for optimal carbonation.
Ingredients
- 1.5 liters red wine (I used a boxed California blend)
- 4 cups cranberry-apple juice
- 3 cups orange juice
- 36 ounces ginger beer or strong ginger soda
- 5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Cranberry orange slices, apple slices, fresh mint, cinnamon sticks, possible garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Pour the red wine, both juices, ginger beer, and vanilla in a large punch bowl. Stir well to mix.
- Garnish with fresh fruit and cinnamon sticks. Serve over ice.
Notes
- Prepare the punch just before serving to keep ginger beer fizzy.
- The mixture can be chilled one day prior but add ginger beer only at serving time.
- Fresh fruit and cinnamon sticks enhance aroma and presentation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 102 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 183mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 60IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 15.8mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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