Delicious Thanksgiving Punch for Cozy Holiday Gatherings

Enjoy this cozy Thanksgiving Punch, a perfect blend of apple cider, cranberry juice, and spiced rum for your holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 8 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

For the Base

4 cups apple cider Adds sweetness and autumn flavor; use pear cider for a unique twist.
2 cups cranberry juice Provides tartness and a beautiful hue; homemade juice enhances freshness.
1.5 cups spiced rum Infuses warmth and spice; dark rum works as a great substitute.

Optional Garnishes

1 cup fresh cranberries Adds a pop of color and enhances the seasonal feel.
2 slices apple Offers a crisp, fresh contrast that complements the punch beautifully.

Instructions

In a large punch bowl, pour 4 cups of apple cider and 2 cups of cranberry juice. Stir gently for about 30 seconds until fully combined.
Add 1 ½ cups of spiced rum to the punch mixture. Stir well for another 30 seconds.
For a chilled punch, add 3 cups of ice; for a warm version, heat in a large pot over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
Add fresh cranberries and apple slices to enhance visual appeal.
Serve using a ladle and adjust sweetness with sugar if desired.

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 28gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 130mgSugar: 24gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mg

For a non-alcoholic version, substitute spiced rum with ginger ale or spiced apple cider.

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