Best 7 Sea Island Bourbon Punch Recipes

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Sea Island Bourbon Punch is a classic Southern cocktail that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. The traditional recipe includes bourbon whiskey, lemon juice, sugar, water, and nutmeg. However, there are many variations of this recipe that can be found, and the best recipe for you will depend on your personal taste. In this article, we will explore some of the most popular recipes for Sea Island Bourbon Punch, so that you can find the perfect one to enjoy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BOURBON PUNCH



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Orange and cranberry form the base of this incredibly smooth holiday punch, hitting just the right seasonal note. Feel free to use less or more bourbon, change up the kind of alcohol you use-or leave it out entirely. -Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups cranberry juice, chilled
1 to 2 cups bourbon
3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
2/3 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
4 cups ginger ale, chilled
Orange and lime slices, optional

Steps:

  • Combine cranberry juice, bourbon and concentrates in a punch bowl. Stir in ginger ale. If desired, garnish with orange and lime slices. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SUNNY'S ROSEMARY MAPLE BOURBON PUNCH



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     beverage

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Grade A dark amber maple syrup
One 3- to 4-inch stalk fresh rosemary
3 cups apple cider
2 cups bourbon
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
6 to 8 stalks fresh rosemary
Apple slices, preferably Fuji or Golden Delicious

Steps:

  • For the punch: Add the maple syrup and rosemary to a small pot. Let steep over low heat for 20 minutes, then let cool. Remove the rosemary and pour the maple syrup into a pitcher. Add the apple cider, bourbon and lemon juice. Whisk to combine.
  • To serve: Serve punch over ice with rosemary stalks and apple slices as garnish.

KENTUCKY DERBY BOURBON PUNCH



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We made this punch for our second annual Kentucky Derby party. It was a hit! Not too strong, and the citrus was a great relief from the heat. Serve in a glass filled with ice.

Provided by Lionel Rondeau

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Adult Punch Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

34 fluid ounces bourbon
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup maraschino cherry juice
1 ½ liters club soda
1 lemon, sliced
½ cup maraschino cherries, halved

Steps:

  • Mix bourbon, orange juice concentrate, lemonade concentrate, lemon juice, and maraschino cherry juice together in a pitcher until base is well mixed.
  • Pour the base into a punch bowl; add club soda, lemon slices, and maraschino cherry halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 2.7 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

BOURBON STREET PUNCH



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Make and share this Bourbon Street Punch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups orange juice
1 1/2 cups pineapple juice
1 cup Bourbon
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup grenadine
2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
2 cups carbonated lemon-lime beverage
lime slice, for garnish
orange slice, for garnish
seedless grapes, for garnish

Steps:

  • In large pitcher, stir together first 6 ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Just before serving, add soda. Garnish with limes, oranges and grapes.

BOURBON-MILK PUNCH



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Provided by Craig Claiborne

Time 2m

Yield 18 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 quarts milk
5 cups half-and-half
4 cups bourbon
2 cups, approximately, confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Pour the milk and half-and-half into a bowl and blend. Add the bourbon and the sugar, according to taste.
  • Fill glasses or, preferably, julep cups with ice and pour the punch over the ice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 395, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 15 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 121 milligrams, Sugar 27 grams

EARL GREY-BOURBON PUNCH



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Turn this punch recipe up a notch with a decorative ice ring.

Provided by Ann Redding

Categories     Bon Appétit     Punch     Cocktail Party     Thanksgiving     Bourbon     Whiskey     Tea     Honey     Cognac/Armagnac     Rosemary     Cocktail

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup loose Earl Grey tea or 4 bags
1/2 cup honey
4 sprigs thyme
2 sprigs rosemary, plus more for garnish
1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups bourbon
1/2 cup Cognac or brandy
1 teaspoon orange or regular bitters
Ice ring and lemon wheels (for serving)

Steps:

  • Combine tea and 1 1/4 cups boiling water in a heatproof bowl. Let steep 5 minutes, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a measuring glass (you should have 1 cup). Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring honey, thyme, 2 rosemary sprigs, and 1/2 cup water to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring to combine. Let cool; discard herbs.
  • Combine tea, honey syrup, lemon juice, bourbon, Cognac, and bitters in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Add 2 cups ice and stir until ice is melted and punch is very cold.
  • Serve punch in tumblers filled with ice, garnished with rosemary sprigs and lemon wheels.
  • Do Ahead
  • Syrup and tea can be made 3 days ahead; cover separately and chill. Punch can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill.

BOURBON FRUIT TEA PUNCH



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This spiked fruit tea is intentionally not too boozy, but you can also just leave the bourbon out.

Provided by Tailor, Nashville, TN

Categories     Bon Appétit     Cocktail     Bourbon     Tea     Orange Juice     Pineapple     Lemon Juice     Vegan     Vegetarian     Dairy Free     Soy Free     Tree Nut Free     Punch     Christmas     Summer

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 black tea bags or 3 Tbsp. loose black tea
½ cup sugar
¾ cup fresh orange juice
¾ cup pineapple juice
½ cup plus 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1½ cups bourbon (such as Buffalo Trace)
Mint sprigs and lemon wheels (for serving)

Steps:

  • Brew tea in 2 cups boiling water in a teapot or measuring glass 5 minutes. Remove tea bags; discard. Add sugar to tea; stir to dissolve. Let cool 10 minutes, then transfer to a pitcher. Add orange, pineapple, and lemon juices and 4 cups cold water; stir well to combine. Chill fruit tea until cold, at least 2 hours, or cover and chill up to 2 days.
  • To make cocktails, pour 1½ oz. bourbon into each of 8 ice-filled glasses. Add 6 oz. fruit tea to each and stir to combine (you may have tea left over). Garnish with mint sprigs and lemon wheels. Alternatively, combine 6 cups fruit tea and 1½ cups bourbon in a pitcher. Pour among 8 ice-filled glasses; garnish.

Tips:

  • Choose the right bourbon: A good quality bourbon is essential for making a great Sea Island Bourbon Punch. Look for a bourbon that is at least 80 proof and has a smooth, mellow flavor.
  • Use fresh citrus: Fresh citrus fruits, such as lemons, limes, and oranges, add a bright, refreshing flavor to the punch. Be sure to use organic citrus fruits whenever possible.
  • Make a simple syrup: Simple syrup is a mixture of sugar and water that is used to sweeten the punch. You can make your own simple syrup by dissolving 1 cup of sugar in 1 cup of boiling water.
  • Chill the punch before serving: Chilling the punch before serving helps to bring out the flavors of the bourbon and citrus fruits. You can chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or you can place it in a punch bowl filled with ice.
  • Garnish the punch with fresh herbs and fruits: Fresh herbs, such as mint and basil, and fruits, such as berries and citrus slices, add a beautiful garnish to the punch and help to enhance the flavor.

Conclusion:

The Sea Island Bourbon Punch is a classic Southern cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its refreshing flavor and beautiful presentation, the Sea Island Bourbon Punch is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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