Here’s a classic recipe for every New Year’s Eve get-together—champagne punch! Fizzing and sparkling, it’s easy to make and a festive addition to your New Year’s Eve [or any other] celebration. Our version is made with pomegranate and orange juice, then garnished with cranberries and mint leaves. Make it the day before and it tastes even better!
Why We Love These Ingredients
Pomegranates are packed with fiber and super for gut health! The pomegranate arils [the seeds] contain as much as 15% of the recommended Daily Value (DV) of fiber. Which means pomegranates promote digestive motility and comfort.
Pomegranates also contain punicalagins, powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that deliver powerful support for blood sugar, cholesterol, heart health, and energy
You’re probably familiar with the immune-boosting benefits of citrus fruits like orange and limes. In addition to Vitamin C, citrus fruits have high levels of fiber, potassium, calcium, B vitamins and magnesium.
Some Pro Tips To Get You Started
No need to spend big bucks on fancy champagne. Choose a champagne or sparkling wine that you like to drink but it doesn’t have to be an expensive one.
As far as sweetener, most punch recipes require simple syrup. You can also use ginger ale or a lemon-lime soda for the extra sweetness. plus it adds some more bubbles, too.
And yes, this tastes great without the alcohol, too! For a “virgin” version, swap out the orange liqueur for lemon juice and replace the champagne with flavored seltzer or sparkling apple juice.
Citrusy Pomegranate Champagne Punch
PREP TIME 10 minutes
COOK TIME 5 minutes
SERVINGS 8 servings
INGREDIENTS
- 3 cups pomegranate juice
- 2 cups ginger ale
- 1 cup orange juice
- ⅓ cup Cointreau, Triple Sec or another orange flavored liqueur
- 1 ½ TBSP lime juice
- 750 milliliters [24 oz] champagne or sparkling wine
- ice and fruit for garnish: limes, fresh cranberries, pomegranate arils and mint leaves
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Combine pomegranate juice, ginger ale, orange juice, triple sec, and lime juice in a drink pitcher. Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
2. Fill cocktail glasses ⅔ full of the juice mixture. Add ice and top with champagne or sparkling wine.
3. Garnish with cranberries, mint leaves, and pomegranate arils.
4. Cheers & Enjoy!
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