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Make this festive Cranberry Apple Cider Punch for your Thanksgiving gathering. It is a crowd-pleasing, easy-to-prepare drink that balances tart cranberry with sweet cider. Jacob guarantees this recipe is a perfect centerpiece for your holiday table.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups apple cider
  • 2 cups cranberry juice (100% juice)
  • 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
  • 1/2 cup orange liqueur or extra orange juice for non-alcoholic version
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 liters ginger ale or club soda (chilled)
  • Garnish: Orange slices, fresh cranberries, cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, orange liqueur (or extra orange juice), lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir well to mix all base liquids.
  2. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until cold. This allows the flavors to meld.
  3. Just before serving, gently add the chilled ginger ale or club soda to the punch bowl. Stir very slowly to keep the carbonation.
  4. Add large ice blocks or ice rings to the punch bowl to keep it cold without diluting the flavor too quickly.
  5. Garnish the punch with floating orange slices, fresh cranberries, and cinnamon sticks for a beautiful presentation.

Notes

  • You can make the non-alcoholic base mixture up to 24 hours in advance. Add the carbonated beverage right before guests arrive.
  • For an extra festive look, freeze fresh cranberries and orange slices into ice cubes to use instead of regular ice.
  • If you prefer a less sweet punch, reduce the amount of apple cider slightly.
  • Jacob suggests using high-quality, unfiltered apple cider for the best flavor results.

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