Looking for a delicious and warm beverage to serve at your holiday party? Look no further than this Spiced Apple Cider Punch recipe! Made with a blend of apple cider, spices, and a splash of whiskey, this punch is the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter night.
Ingredients:
- 8 cups apple cider
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp whole cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup whiskey (optional)
- Apple slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large pot, combine the apple cider, orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice, honey, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and ground nutmeg. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add the whiskey, if using.
- Serve the Spiced Apple Cider Punch warm, garnished with apple slices and cinnamon sticks.
Notes:
- If you don't have all of the juices listed, you can substitute with additional apple cider.
- If you're making this punch for a family-friendly event, you can omit the whiskey and it will still be delicious!
- This recipe makes enough for a crowd, but you can easily halve or double the recipe depending on your needs.
