Best Citrus Cider Punch Recipes

CITRUS CIDER PUNCH

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I share this refreshing punch recipe with people who visit our apple cider mill. It's perfect for autumn and holiday gatherings. -Carolyn Beck, St Johns, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 19 servings (4-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 gallon apple cider, chilled
1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 medium lemon, sliced
4 spiced apple rings

Steps:

In a large punch bowl, combine cider and lemonade. Add lemon slices and apple rings. If desired, serve with additional lemon slices and apple rings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

VANILLA CITRUS CIDER

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My mom used to make cider for the holidays, so I based my citrus-vanilla variation on her recipe. I think it hits the spot! The longer the cider simmers, the stronger the flavors will be.-Kristin Weglarz, Bremerton, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 cups apple cider or juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Orange slices, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine apple cider, brown sugar, orange juice concentrate and salt. Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with a string. Add to pan., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Discard spice bag. Stir in vanilla. If desired, serve with orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY CITRUS PARTY PUNCH RECIPE

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This Cranberry Citrus Party Punch is just the perfect amount of tangy and fruity! It is perfect for parties and gatherings.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 liters ginger ale
4 cups pineapple juice
4 cups cranberry juice
12 ounces fresh cranberries
3 oranges (sliced)
3 lemons (sliced)
3 limes (sliced)

Steps:

Pour ginger ale and juices into a 2 gallon drink dispenser or punch bowl.
Put cranberries, orange slices, lemon slices and lime slices on top.
Refrigerate until served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 14 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 26 g, ServingSize 1 serving