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The Best Autumn Punch

This Autumn Punch is a festive, fruity beverage perfect for fall gatherings. Made with apple, cranberry, and orange juices, infused with warm spices, and optionally spiked with alcohol, it’s both flavorful and visually stunning.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups apple juice
  • 2 cups cranberry juice
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice optional
  • 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
  • 1 apple thinly sliced
  • 1 orange thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 4-5 whole cloves
  • 1 cup optional bourbon, spiced rum, or vodka
  • ice cubes

Equipment

  • Pitcher or punch bowl
  • Ladle
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Combine apple, cranberry, orange, and pineapple juices in a pitcher or punch bowl.
  2. Add cinnamon sticks and cloves, stir gently, let infuse 10–15 minutes.
  3. Add sliced apple, orange, and cranberries.
  4. Optional: Add bourbon, spiced rum, or vodka for adult version.
  5. Chill at least 30 minutes.
  6. Just before serving, add sparkling water and ice cubes.
  7. Serve in glasses or cups with fruit and a cinnamon stick in each.

Notes

For best flavor, allow punch to sit for 1–2 hours for spices to infuse. Add sparkling water and ice just before serving to keep it fresh.