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Cozy Sparkling Cranberry Orange Punch: Easy Holiday Party Drink

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This easy, five-minute punch combines tart cranberry juice, fresh orange juice, and a touch of honey with bubbly ginger ale for a cozy, crowd-pleasing holiday drink that’s perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (950 ml) 100% cranberry juice
  • 2 cups (475 ml) fresh orange juice (about 4–5 large oranges)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 4 cups (950 ml) chilled ginger ale or sparkling water
  • 2 medium oranges, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (100 g) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • Optional: 1-2 cinnamon sticks
  • Optional: 3-4 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • Ice (large block or big cubes)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sweetener: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey or maple syrup with 1/4 cup of the cranberry juice. Stir until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Let cool slightly. Alternatively, stir honey directly into cranberry juice vigorously for 30 seconds.
  2. Combine the base flavors: In a large punch bowl or pitcher, pour remaining 3 3/4 cups cranberry juice and fresh orange juice. Stir in sweetened cranberry mixture. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
  3. Add aromatics: Drop in cinnamon sticks and rosemary sprigs (if using). Let steep for at least 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
  4. Chill thoroughly: Refrigerate the base (without ice and sparkling water) for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  5. Add sparkle and garnish: Just before serving, remove cinnamon and rosemary (or leave for visual appeal). Gently pour in chilled ginger ale or sparkling water. Stir gently. Add orange slices and cranberries.
  6. Add ice: Add a large ice block or big cubes. Stir gently one last time.
  7. Serve immediately: Ladle into glasses, ensuring each cup gets cranberries and an orange slice.

Notes

For best results, use a large ice block to prevent dilution. Add sparkling water just before serving to keep bubbles. Rosemary can become overpowering if left in too long; steep for 10 minutes then remove. For an adult version, set out bourbon or vodka for guests to add.

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Keywords: cranberry orange punch, holiday punch, non-alcoholic punch, easy party drink, sparkling punch, Christmas punch, Thanksgiving punch

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