Fall Harvest Punch – is an aromatic Thanksgiving punch that uses all the fall goodies – ginger beer, oranges, apples, apple cider, anise pods, cinnamon sticks and more. Easy fall cocktail recipe, perfect for a large crowd.
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This aromatic and easy Harvest Punch is going to be the star of the show at your next Thanksgiving dinner. It is a very delicious and easy fall punch cocktail that will absolutely entertain your friends and family. This fall cocktail makes the perfect addition to any holiday party or gathering. Enjoy this delicious combination of all the favorite fall flavors all marinated together.
This post is about how to make Harvest Punch for Thanksgiving.
APPLE CIDER PUNCH
If you’re obsessed with fall cocktails like me, you’re going to love this autumn harvest punch. Oranges, apple slices, ginger beer, apple cider, cinnamon sticks, Prosecco and orange juice all combined together for a very festive and easy fall punch recipe. Whether you love pumpkin cocktails like this pumpkin spice margarita, or you love a little caramel apple cider, you definitely need to try out this apple cider punch too that is perfect for a crowd. The harmonious blend of flavors creates a festive and indulgent experience in every sip.
WHY I LOVE THIS RECIPE
- Festive Flavor Profile : The fall harvest punch offers a beautiful flavor combination that screams fall in a cup.
- Easy to Customize : You can add pomegranates, blood oranges, cranberries, caramel apple cider, and other fall harvest goodies. The possibilities are endless.
- Perfect for a Large Crowd : Harvest Punch is a very versatile cocktail recipe that is easy to serve for a large crowd. If you’re looking for the perfect cocktail to serve up this holiday, you’ll surely be able to make this fall punch.
INGREDIENTS NOTES
Here are all the ingredients you’ll need to make this aromatic punch.
Apple Cider
Prosecco
Lemon Juice
Orange Juice
Ginger Beer
Honey
Apples
Oranges
Cinnamon Sticks
Fresh Rosemary
HOW TO MAKE FALL HARVEST PUNCH
In a large punch bowl, add the ice and pour in the apple cider.
Add the Prosecco to the punch bowl, followed by the lemon and orange juice.
Pour in honey and ginger beer and stir gently to combine.
Add the sliced apples and oranges to the punch bowl, along with the cinnamon sticks, star anise pods and rosemary.
Stir the punch gently to distribute the fruit and spices.
Serve and garnish. You can garnish each glass with an orange slice or cinnamon stick, if desired.
PRO TIPS
Adjust sweetness and tartness. This recipe makes about 10-12 servings. You can adjust the sweetness and tartness of the punch to your liking by adding more or less lemon or orange juice.
Make it non-alcoholic. If you prefer a non-alcoholic version of this punch, you can substitute the Prosecco with sparkling apple cider or ginger ale.
Reduce sweetness. If you want to make the punch less sweet, you can reduce the amount of honey or use a less sweet apple cider.
Adjust cinnamon flavor. For a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can simmer the cinnamon sticks in the apple cider for 10-15 minutes before making the punch.
Use dried rosemary sticks. If you don’t have fresh rosemary, you can use dried rosemary or omit it altogether. I would suggest using it as it gives a very aromatic note.
SUBSTITUTIONS & ADDITIONS
- If you don’t have ginger beer, you can use ginger ale or lemon-lime soda instead.
- Instead of honey, you can use maple syrup, agave nectar, or brown sugar to sweeten the punch.
- If you want to use pumpkin in your punch, add pumpkin puree for a spiced pumpkin fall punch.
- Use chilled champagne if you don’t have Prosecco on hand. You can use a cheap champagne or wine as a base for this recipe, because all the other flavors and ginger beer will make the magic work. (It’s optional, you can of course use an expensive one too.)
RECIPE FAQ’S
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.
HOW TO STORE HARVEST PUNCH?
If you plan on drinking your harvest punch within the day, there’s no need to refrigerate it. Although you might store it in the fridge until the event starts. Heat will start to affect the drink, so if you’re keeping it out, make sure it’s in a dark cool place.
CAN I SKIP ALCOHOL FOR THIS PUNCH?
Yes, sure! You can simply ditch Prosecco and ginger beer and switch them with sparkling apple cider or ginger ale.
CAN I ADD PUMPKIN PUREE?
Absolutely! If you’d like to try out a pumpkin punch, simply add pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice to the same recipe.
Harvest Punch
Equipment
- pitcher or a bowl
Ingredients
- 6 cups ice
- 1/2 galoon apple cider
- 1 bottle (750ml) Prosecco
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cup orange juice
- 12 oz ginger beer (2 cans)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 apples, sliced
- 2 oranges, sliced into triangles
- 8 cinnamon sticks
- 2 anise pods (optional)
- fresh rosemary sticks
Instructions
- In a large punch bowl, add the ice and pour in the apple cider.
- Add the Prosecco to the punch bowl, followed by the lemon and orange juice.
- Pour in honey and ginger beer and stir gently to combine.
- Add the sliced apples and oranges to the punch bowl, along with the cinnamon sticks, star anise pods and rosemary.
- Stir the punch gently to distribute the fruit and spices.
- Serve and garnish. You can garnish each glass with an orange slice or cinnamon stick, if desired.
Kirsten Smith says
Looks refreshing!
Grace says
Looks delish, can’t wait to make it!