{"id":121172,"date":"2024-10-19T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-19T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-10-26T20:29:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-27T00:29:17","slug":"apple-cider-punch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thealmondeater.com\/apple-cider-punch\/","title":{"rendered":"Apple Cider Punch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Apple Cider Punch<\/strong> is the ultimate fall drink! Made with three main ingredients, it’s quick to prepare and perfect for your next holiday party or to serve at thanksgiving dinner. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I love a good cocktail, but even more than that, I love a good mocktail, and the good news is that this Apple Cider Punch recipe can be both! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typically, I crave my cinnamon tequila sour<\/a> or my honey pear margarita<\/a> when the weather gets cooler. But lately, I’ve been enjoying making this punch recipe, mostly because it’s just as delicious sans alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recipe features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Made with only three simple ingredients: apple cider, orange juice ginger beer. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Can be made as a fall-festive cocktail or mocktail. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The perfect fall drink to bring to your next holiday party or friendsgiving! <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Apple cider – <\/strong>This recipe is called apple cider<\/em> punch, so I do suggest using apple cider instead of apple juice. You should be able to find apple cider at most grocery stores in the fall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Orange juice – <\/strong>Use freshly squeezed, pulp-free orange juice. Or, substitute fresh pineapple juice instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Ginger beer – <\/strong>Or, ginger ale is another good option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Alcohol –<\/strong> Optional; If you’re going to go the alcohol route, I recommend using rum, bourbon or vodka. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Garnishes –<\/strong> Anything from cinnamon sticks, star anise, orange slices and\/or apple slices, all of which will enhance the flavor of the drink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Step 1: Mix ingredients. <\/strong>Pour the apple cider, orange juice and ginger beer into a large pitcher or large punch bowl, then give everything a good stir. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Step 2: Refrigerate. <\/strong>Place the pitcher in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, which allows the flavors to mend together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step 3: Serve. <\/strong>If you’re using alcohol, add the alcohol to the pitcher or bowl and stir together really well. Do a quick taste test and add additional cider\/ginger beer if desired. Pour or ladle the punch into ice-filled glasses, add the optional garnishes and enjoy! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Add the alcohol right before serving.<\/strong> If you’re opting to add alcohol, wait to add it in until right before you want to serve the punch; the longer the alcohol sits in the fridge, the stronger it’s going to taste, which we don’t want. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Taste test: <\/strong>I found this drink to be sweet enough on its own (as stated above), but if you’d like, you can absolutely add a little bit of honey or maple syrup to the pitcher — just make sure to mix it in really well. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • If you’re wanting to dilute the drink at all<\/strong>, simply pour a little bit of seltzer or sparkling water into the pitcher before refrigerating. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Make ahead: <\/strong>This recipe can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time and stored in a covered container in the refrigerator; as noted above, don’t add the alcohol if you’re going to make this ahead of time. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n