Description

This festive Thanksgiving punch blends apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, and ginger ale with fresh fruit garnishes for a sweet, tart, and sparkling drink. It’s easy to make, perfect for parties, and can be served non-alcoholic or spiked for adults.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice
1 cup orange juice
2 cups ginger ale
2–3 orange slices, thinly sliced
1 crisp apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
2–3 cinnamon sticks
Fresh rosemary or mint sprigs (optional)
1 cup spiced rum, vodka, or bourbon (optional, for alcoholic version)
Honey or maple syrup, to taste (optional for sweetness)

Instructions

Chill apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, and ginger ale for several hours before mixing.
Slice oranges and apples into thin rounds. Separate pomegranate seeds if using.
In a large punch bowl, combine apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange juice. Stir gently and taste; add honey or maple syrup if desired.
Right before serving, pour in ginger ale and stir slowly to preserve the bubbles.
Float orange and apple slices, sprinkle pomegranate seeds, and add cinnamon sticks. Garnish with rosemary or mint sprigs if desired.
For an alcoholic version, add spiced rum, vodka, or bourbon and stir gently.
Ladle punch into glasses, ensuring each serving gets some fruit. Add ice to glasses if needed, not the punch bowl.
Adjust sweetness or tartness with additional cider, honey, or lemon juice as needed.

Notes

Chill all ingredients for best flavor and fizz. Add ginger ale and alcohol just before serving. Keep ice separate to avoid dilution. Use unsweetened juices for a lower-sugar punch. Garnish with fresh fruit and herbs for a festive look. Recipe is flexible—swap juices or garnishes as desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drink
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml) per serving
Calories: 80110
Sugar: 1824
Sodium: 15
Carbohydrates: 22
Fiber: 1

Keywords: Thanksgiving punch, holiday drink, party punch, festive beverage, non alcoholic punch, spiked punch, autumn punch, easy punch recipe