Harvest Rum Punch
A warm and inviting fall-inspired drink that combines smooth rum, crisp apple cider, and fresh citrus juice to create a delightful punch perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups rum High-quality rum is recommended.
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 cup fresh citrus juice (orange and lemon) Use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
- 0.5 cup simple syrup Adjust to taste.
- 1 cup soda water or ginger ale Add right before serving.
Garnishes
- to taste sliced apples
- to taste sliced oranges
- to taste cinnamon sticks For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather supplies—a large pitcher or bowl works best for mixing.
- Pour in two cups of rum.
- Add four cups of apple cider.
- Squeeze in one cup of fresh citrus juice.
- If you prefer a touch of sweetness, add half a cup of simple syrup.
- Stir gently until the ingredients are well integrated.
- Right before serving, pour in one cup of soda water or ginger ale.
- Fill beautiful glasses with ice and carefully pour the punch over.
- Garnish each glass with slices of crisp apple and juicy orange, laying a cinnamon stick alongside each for a delightful finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while the punch is fizzy and vibrant.
Notes
For a lighter version, replace rum with vodka, and consider using tonic water instead of soda water. You can freeze slices of fruit in ice cubes to prevent dilution.