Tree Trimming Punch
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5
Tree Trimming Punch
Description
This punch stands out with an autumn-flavored simple syrup made by simmering brown sugar with warm spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cardamom pods, and orange rind. The syrup is cooled then combined with freshly squeezed orange juice, orange liqueur, pomegranate soda for carbonation and sweetness, a chilled bottle of Lambrusco for fruity wine notes, and club soda to balance the flavors.
Serving the punch over ice cubes enhanced with cranberries, pomegranate seeds, and rosemary sprigs adds a decorative, seasonal touch. The mix offers a harmonious blend of spiced sweetness, bright citrus, and sparkling fruitiness that can be served immediately to add a festive element to social events.
Ingredients
- 1 orange thinly
- 1/2 cup autumn syrup recipe below
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur
- 1 cup pomegranate soda sparkling
- 1 Lambrusco 750mL bottle, chilled
- 1 cup club soda
autumn simple syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
- 3 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise
- 2 cardamom pods
- orange rind a few slices
Instructions
- Note: if you want to make festive ice cubes, add some cranberries, pomegranate and rosemary to an ice cube tray and fill it with hot water. Freeze overnight!
- Add the ice cubes and orange slices to the bottom of a punch bowl. Stir together the syrup, orange juice, grand marnier, pom soda, lambrusco and club soda. Serve immediately! Enjoy.
autumn simple syrup
- Combine all ingredients together in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely. You can store this in the fridge for a few days – I keep the spices and rind in the syrup for flavor, but remove right before using.
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Overall Rating
5
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