Apple Cider Bourbon Punch
A cozy fall-inspired cocktail combining apple cider, bourbon, warm spices, and citrus for a crowd-pleasing drink perfect for autumn gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (1 liter) apple cider
- 1 cup (240 ml) bourbon
- Juice of 2 medium oranges
- 1 cup (240 ml) club soda
- 4–5 cinnamon sticks
- Fresh orange slices for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- In a large pitcher or punch bowl, pour apple cider and bourbon. Stir gently to combine.
- Squeeze the juice from 2 medium oranges into the mixture. Adjust to taste if needed.
- Drop 4-5 cinnamon sticks into the bowl and let them sit for a few minutes to infuse flavor.
- Add ice to the pitcher or bowl to cool the punch, or refrigerate for an hour before serving.
- Just before serving, pour in club soda for a bubbly finish. Stir gently to incorporate.
- Garnish with fresh orange slices in the pitcher or on the rim of individual glasses.
Notes
For the best flavor, let the punch sit for at least 10 minutes after adding the cinnamon sticks to allow the spices to blend beautifully. Adjust sweetness with maple syrup or honey if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15
- Carbohydrates: 20
Keywords: Apple cider, Bourbon, Fall cocktail, Party drink, Autumn punch