Thanksgiving Party Punch
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Thanksgiving Party Punch
Description
Thanksgiving Party Punch mixes pomegranate and blood orange Italian sodas with apple cider and a combination of bourbon, orange liqueur, and apple brandy. Adding sliced apples, pears, oranges, and cinnamon sticks infuses the punch with fresh and spiced notes, creating a complex and alluring flavor profile. The punch is stirred and served chilled or at room temperature.
The drink balances sweetness, citrus brightness, autumnal apple flavors, and warming spices, making it fitting for holiday gatherings. It offers flexibility, allowing adjustments to the alcohol level by adding more cider or bourbon according to preference.
This punch can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator, making it convenient for serving guests over extended periods. It is suitable for festive occasions where a crowd-pleasing, fruity cocktail is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 Pomegranate Italian Soda 24 ounce bottle
- 1 Blood Orange Italian Soda 24 ounce bottle
- 2 1/2 cups apple cider
- 1 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup orange liqueur my favorite is Grand Marnier
- 1/4 cup apple brandy
- 2 apple sliced
- 2 pear sliced
- 2 orange sliced
- cinnamon sticks a handful
- pomegranate arils or seeds, for serving
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together in a large pitcher or punch bowl to serve. Taste and adjust the beverage to your liking. Is it too boozy? Add more apple cider. Not boozy enough? Add more bourbon! Make it your own depending on the flavors you love and how boozy you'd like it. You can make this a bit ahead of time and it will stay great in the fridge.