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Thanksgiving Punch

Cozy Thanksgiving Punch to Warm Your Holiday Gatherings

Enjoy this delightful Thanksgiving Punch that combines sweet cranberry juice with warm spices, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Punch Base
  • 4 cups apple cider fresh for best taste
  • 2 cups cranberry juice 100% juice preferred
  • 2 cups spiced rum substitute with more apple cider for non-alcoholic version
For Garnishing
  • 3-4 pieces cinnamon sticks can be omitted for a simpler recipe
  • 1 cup orange slices can substitute with lemon slices

Equipment

  • Large punch bowl
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large punch bowl, pour in the apple cider, cranberry juice, and spiced rum. Stir gently to combine.
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  2. Add the cinnamon sticks and orange slices to the mixture and stir again to distribute the garnishes.
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  3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or warm over medium heat for 10-15 minutes without boiling.
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  4. Serve in decorative glasses, pouring over ice if chilled or ladling hot into mugs with extra garnishes.
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  5. Keep the punch warm on low if serving hot, and monitor garnishes to maintain flavor and visual appeal.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness and garnish creatively; serve chilled with ice or warm. Store leftovers properly in the fridge or freeze for future use.

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