Serve up a batch of party drinks with our tips on how to achieve a delicious party punch.
Make it fancy with mix-ins, garnishes, and a statement ice ring.
ADAM ALBRIGHT
How to Make Punch
Punch is one of the easiest party drinksno shaker required!
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This basic punch recipe will allow for 1 gallon of punch, which is enough for sixteen 8-ounce servings.
Make two different types if you want a variety, and if you’re serving a large crowd.
can frozen juice concentrate from the options below.
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Add 1 cup sugar; stir until dissolved.
Cover with a lid or plastic wrap; chill at least 4 hours.
Cover and chill up to 24 hours.
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Add carbonated beverage, ice ring, and stir-ins just before serving.
Not only are they attractive, but they can also keep your beverage cold for an hour or more.
you’re free to use a 10-inch tube pan or a fluted cake pan for your mold.
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Silicone pans also work well.
confirm the ice ring will fit into your punch bowl.
The Best Garnishes for Punch
An elevated punch includes all of the garnishes and fixings.
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you’re free to top the bowl with whatever you like, or let guests choose their own.
Go for a non-carbonated punch such ashot ciderorhot buttered rum.
And with hot drinks, there’s an added bonus of wonderful aromas wafting throughout your house.
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The trick is to keep the beverage hot in aslow cooker.
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