Description
Festive Thanksgiving Punch brings zesty cranberry and orange flavors together in one delightful holiday cocktail. Rich seasonal notes blend perfectly, creating a cheerful drink that sparks celebration and warms guests’ spirits.
Ingredients
Scale
Juices and Liquids:
- 3 cups (24 ounces/680 grams) cranberry juice
- 2 1/2 cups (20 ounces/567 grams) orange juice
- 1 cup (8 ounces/227 grams) pineapple juice
- 1 1/2 cups (12 ounces/340 grams) Sprite
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 2 tablespoons grenadine
- 12 ounces (340 grams) cinnamon simple syrup
Cinnamon Simple Syrup Ingredients:
- 1 cup (8 ounces/227 grams) water
- 1 cup (8 ounces/227 grams) sugar
- 4 cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Craft a fragrant cinnamon-infused syrup by simmering water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes until sugar completely dissolves.
- Strain the aromatic syrup and allow it to cool to room temperature, releasing its warm, spicy essence.
- In a spacious punch bowl or elegant pitcher, combine cranberry juice, vibrant orange juice, effervescent Sprite, tropical pineapple juice, and rich grenadine.
- Pour the cooled cinnamon simple syrup into the juice mixture, gently stirring to create a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Refrigerate the punch for at least 30 minutes to enhance its refreshing quality and allow the flavors to meld.
- When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice or serve chilled without ice for a smooth drinking experience.
- Elevate the presentation by garnishing with plump fresh cranberries, delicate orange slices, and aromatic cinnamon sticks, creating a visually stunning and festive beverage perfect for holiday gatherings.
Notes
- Craft homemade cinnamon syrup with precision, ensuring sugar completely dissolves for a smooth, silky texture that blends seamlessly into the punch.
- Adjust sweetness levels by experimenting with simple syrup quantities, allowing personal taste preferences to guide your mixing process.
- Prepare punch base ahead of time and refrigerate for deeper flavor infusion, letting ingredients meld together and intensify their delicious profile.
- Consider alcohol-free version by using sparkling water instead of Sprite, creating a family-friendly beverage that everyone can enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 124
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 9 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg