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A refreshing 5-ingredient Thanksgiving drink in a glass, filled with cranberries, orange slices, apple, and cinnamon sticks.

5-Ingredient Thanksgiving Drinks (No Fail)

This recipe offers a simple and delicious punch perfect for your Thanksgiving gathering. It's designed for busy home cooks who want to impress guests with minimal effort.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Make Ahead 12 hours
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Drinks, Holiday
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Punch
  • 3 cups Apple cider
  • 3 cups Cranberry juice
  • 1 cup Orange juice
  • 1 cup Fireball Whiskey
  • 0.5 cup Apricot brandy
  • 3 cups Lemon-lime soda
  • 1 whole ice
Garnishes
  • 1 whole apple slices
  • 1 whole orange slices
  • 1 whole cranberries
  • 1 whole cinnamon sticks

Equipment

  • Punch bowl
  • Pitcher

Method
 

  1. Combine apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, Fireball Whiskey, and apricot brandy in a large punch bowl or pitcher.
  2. Top off with lemon-lime soda and ice.
  3. Garnish with apple slices, orange slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks.
  4. To make ahead, combine all ingredients except the soda and ice in a large punch bowl or pitcher and refrigerate overnight. Add soda, ice, and garnishes just before serving.

Notes

This punch is a simple yet festive addition to your Thanksgiving table, offering a delightful flavor with minimal preparation.

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