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A refreshing whiskey punch we’re calling apple harvest punch! this apple harvest punch recipe is made with apple cider, lemon juice, whiskey, and simple ginger syrup.
It’s great for a fall gathering, pumpkin carving party, Thanksgiving, or cheese gathering!
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Pin ItWe love this recipe because it’s simple to make and has the best fall flavors like apple cider and ginger. The lemon juice adds a slight citrus flavor to give it balance.
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We served it at our fall gathering, and it was a hit. Adding edible flowers gives it color and texture and a beautiful presentation. Furthermore, Serve it with our festive fall cheese and meat platter for a simple fall spread.
How to Make Apple Harvest Punch
Ingredients
Apple Cider – The recipe’s base adds sweetness and a tart apple flavor, just like in my apple cider Moscow mule recipe.
Whiskey – Any bourbon whiskey will work for this recipe.
Lemon Juice – Fresh squeezed is always best.
Ginger Simple Syrup – Buy or make simple ginger syrup.
Club Soda – Dilutes the cocktails and gives them a nice balance.
Directions
- Add all of the ingredients into a large punch bowl.
- Add ice, sliced lemons, and edible flowers to garnish the cocktail.
Ginger Simple Syrup
To make simple ginger syrup, you’ll need 1/2 cup ginger juice and 1/2 cup sugar. Add both of the ingredients into a small saucepan and simmer on low until the sugar melts.
Remove the ginger syrup and let it cool before adding it to the punch.
For ginger juice, we like using Ginger People. They also make syrup, but it can be hard to find if you’re in a pinch.
Harvest Punch Garnishes
There are so many fun ways to garnish this punch recipe to make it festive. Here are some o four favorite ideas:
- Lemon Slices
- Candied Ginger
Another cute idea when serving the whiskey punch recipe at a fall gathering is to write guests’ names on name cards and use a small clothespin to attach it to the glass.
Harvest Punch None Alcoholic
If you want to make a harvest punch without alcohol, leave out the whiskey. The punch will taste refreshing with apple cider, ginger, and lemon juice. It’s perfect for harvest parties!
How to Store Harvest Punch
If you want to make this ahead of time, add all of the ingredients (except ice) into a pitcher and place it in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to serve, add it into a large punch bowl filled with ice and garnishes.
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Apple Cider Whiskey Punch
Ingredients
- 24 ounces apple cider
- 8 ounces whiskey
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup ginger simple syrup
- 10 ounces club soda
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients into a punch bowl with ice.
- Add lemon slices and flowers to garnish
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
What a delicious and smooth cocktail! I made it for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! I made ginger simple syrup and it was delightful!
This was amazing, perfect for this time of year and so delicious. I garnished it with dried orange slices as you suggested and that was perfect!!
What a fun and delicious drink! And I LOVE how you’ve garnished and decorated yours! So pretty! So yummy. Love all the wonderful flavors of fall – especially in drinks like this!
Yummy fall/harvest punch recipe. I don’t drink, so just leave out the whiskey, haha. Still a great mocktail that way.