There’s no drink more perfect for autumn gatherings than a chilled glass of apple cider punch. This refreshing and flavorful beverage combines the crisp, sweet taste of apple cider with warm spices, creating the perfect balance of comfort and refreshment. Whether you’re hosting a cozy fall party or simply looking for a festive drink to enjoy with family, apple cider punch is the ideal choice.
The base of this punch is, of course, apple cider. Opt for a high-quality, unfiltered apple cider for the best flavor, as it adds depth and richness to the drink. The apple cider is paired with a variety of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. These spices bring warmth and depth, making this punch feel like a comforting hug in a glass.
To make the punch even more festive, add orange slices or zest to the mix for a bright, citrusy contrast. You can also include a splash of lemon juice to balance the sweetness. For a bit of sparkle, top the punch with ginger ale or club soda, giving it a light fizz and making it feel even more celebratory.
This apple cider punch can easily be made into a non-alcoholic or alcoholic drink, depending on your preference. For an adult version, consider adding a splash of rum, bourbon, or whiskey for a deeper, more complex flavor. Serve the punch in a large pitcher or punch bowl with plenty of ice, and garnish with extra cinnamon sticks or apple slices for a decorative touch.
Apple cider punch is the perfect drink to serve at autumn gatherings, Thanksgiving dinners, or Halloween parties. It’s easy to make, customizable to your taste, and a crowd-pleaser every time. Refreshing, warming, and full of seasonal flavors, this punch captures everything we love about fall in one sip.
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups ginger ale
- 1 cup sparkling water
- orange slices for garnish
- slices apple for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine apple cider, orange juice, pineapple juice, and lemon juice.
- Stir well to combine.
- Just before serving, add ginger ale and sparkling water.
- Garnish with orange slices and apple slices.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
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Too sweet for my taste. I think it needs less apple cider and more lemon juice.
Really good but felt it could use a kick, like a splash of rum or something, ya know?
Easy to make but I accidentally put in the sparkling water before mixing the juices. Still tasted good though!
Glad it still turned out good! Mistakes can lead to tasty surprises sometimes.
AMAZING! I added some rum and it was even better!
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Sounds awesome! I gotta try adding rum next time. 🥳
Really easy to make but was a bit boring, maybe add more spices?
This looks easy, but can you really call it a punch? It’s just juice mixed together…
I skipped the orange and added cranberry juice instead. It was still good but deviated a lot from the recipe.
I don’t get how you serve it ‘chilled’ when some of the ingredients are already cold???
But why would you chill something that’s already cold? That makes no sense 🤷♂️.
I think they mean to chill it even more before serving! Like, let it sit in the fridge or something.
Cider punches are overrated. I like beer better.
Yummy, but I don’t understand why you need both ginger ale and sparkling water!! isn’t that the same thing?
I was skeptical about the pineapple juice, but it surprisingly works! Kudos!
I’m glad you tried it! The pineapple juice adds such a nice twist to the flavor. Cheers!
Eh, not my fav. I prefer my drinks without pineapple.
I totally understand! Pineapple can be polarizing. But maybe you could try it without the pineapple next time? Just a thought!
YUM!!! 🍎🍊
Absolutely looks delicious! Can’t wait to try this for our next gathering! 😍
Is it really that good? I don’t know about ginger ale and cider together. 🤔
This punch was a hit at my party! Super refreshing!
Love apples, love cider, but I can’t drink ginger ale… Can I use seltzer instead?
This punch was a hit at our party! So refreshing and fruity.
I added rum and it was a game changer! 😜
Do you really need lemon juice? I skipped it and it was just fine.
I didn’t have orange juice, so I used mango juice, and it turned out great! 😋
Mango juice? That sounds interesting! I might try that too. Thanks for the tip! 😊
This punch is absolutely delicious! Perfect for my fall party. Will definitely make again!
I think it needs more ginger ale. Too sweet for my taste!
This is exactly what I was looking for! Perfect for fall gatherings.
This sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try it at my next party. Thanks for sharing!
I thought it would be too sweet, but the ginger ale balanced it out perfectly.
5 stars for how refreshing this is! Perfect for summer picnics.
Sounds good, but I don’t like ginger ale. Can it be made without it?
I totally agree! This punch is so good on a hot day. I made it for my picnic last week and everyone loved it!
Eh, it’s just juice…nothing special. Don’t see what the hype is about.
Looks good, but I don’t really like any of these juices… Not my thing.
This punch is a hit at our family gatherings! Everyone loves it, and I can’t keep up with the refills! 🎉
Is it really that good? I mean, my cousins usually don’t like cider…
Sounds amazing! I can’t wait to try it at our next get-together! 😊
Total game-changer! I used sparkling lemonade instead of ginger ale, and it was bomb!
This is basically just a fruit soda, but I like it. Easy recipe! 🍏🍊
I doubled the recipe for my party, and it disappeared in minutes. Even the skeptics loved it!
Where u get ginger ale? Never heard of it. Is it important? 🤷♂️
Tried it yesterday, and it was way too sweet for my taste. I think less orange juice would help!
Why is there lemon juice? It ruins everything! 😖
Super refreshing! I added some cinnamon sticks for a nice fall twist. Will definitely make again!
That sounds delicious! I never thought of adding cinnamon sticks. I’ll try it next time!
I dunno about cinnamon, sounds kinda weird with apple cider. But hey, if you like it, go for it.
For those that want a bit of an adult beverage, calvados would go great in this beverage.