It’s a fruity, boozy, colorful crowd-pleaser and a cinch to whip up (Spiked Holiday Punch).
Brimming with bright, winter wonder foods like grapefruit, pineapple, and cranberries—and yes, a bit of booze—this festive holiday punch will be the star of your next bash, without making you feel miserable the next day.
If you have the time, squeezing your own grapefruit juice really amps up the flavor, but don’t sweat it if you have to opt for the supermarket stuff. Another nice touch: Plan ahead of time and fill a plastic bowl with water and cranberries, then pop it in the freezer. You’ll be left with a jumbo, sparkly ice cube that will melt slowly without diluting the punch—and look super pretty, too.
Sparkly Superfood Punch
Time: 5 minutes
Serves: 8
2 cups gin
¾ cup fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice
½ cup pineapple juice
¾ cup simple syrup
½ tsp. orange bitters
4 cups dry sparkling wine
2 blood oranges, thinly sliced, for garnish
½ cup frozen cranberries, for garnish
Ice (1 large block or multiple large cubes)
In a punch bowl, combine the gin, grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, simple syrup and bitters. Before serving, add sparkling wine and stir gently. Fill bowl with ice and garnish with sliced oranges and frozen cranberries. Ladle into glasses to serve.
Holiday Cheer in a Glass: Sweet Spiked Punch!
1. Gather Ingredients: Get ready with fruit juices, soda, and your favorite spirits.
2. Mix & Stir: Combine juices, soda, and spirits in a punch bowl.
3. Add Sweetness: Sweeten with a splash of syrup or sugar.
4. Chill & Infuse: Let the flavors meld in the refrigerator for a few hours.
5. Ice it Up: Just before serving, add ice cubes to keep it cool.
6. Garnish & Serve: Decorate with fruit slices or herbs, and serve in festive glasses.
7. Sip & Enjoy: Raise a toast with this delightful, sweet spiked punch!
Savor the holiday spirit with every sip of this delicious concoction!
