Best 3 Traditional Cold Weather Punch Recipes

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When the weather turns cold and dreary, a warm, comforting beverage can be a true lifesaver. The traditional cold weather punch is a classic for a reason, the perfect combination of sweet, sour, and spicy. With its origins in the 1800s, this festive drink has stood the test of time, gracing tables during holiday gatherings, winter celebrations, and cozy evenings by the fire for centuries.

Let's cook with our recipes!

HOLIDAY PUNCH



Holiday Punch image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 15 to 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pints raspberry sherbet
1/2 gallon cranberry juice (or a mix of cranberry and pomegranate juices), well chilled
1 2-liter bottle ginger ale, well chilled

Steps:

  • Line a baking pan with parchment, place scoops of the sherbet in the pan and freeze until firm, 30 minutes.
  • Place the frozen scoops of sherbet in a large punch bowl and add the cranberry juice and ginger ale; stir gently. Serve immediately.

TRADITIONAL COLD-WEATHER PUNCH



Traditional Cold-Weather Punch image

Serving a hot punch is difficult unless it is placed over a heating element. Even then, hot drinks are better when served as soon as they are prepared.

Provided by Frank J. Prial

Categories     quick

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 fifth Barbados rum
2 lemons
4 ounces sugar
3 pints boiling water
1 fifth brandy
1 pint Sherry
1 teaspoon ginger
Grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Macerate the lemon rinds and the sugar in a small earthenware bowl. Add the lemon juice and ginger. Mix well and place in a larger earthenware bowl. Then add, in order, the rum, brandy, Sherry and boiling water. Mix well, warm for 20 minutes, and serve it topped with nutmeg.

COLD WEATHER PUNCH



Cold Weather Punch image

Make and share this Cold Weather Punch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Labelle

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 15m

Yield 9-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup red cinnamon candies (the red hot kind)
1 -2 cinnamon stick
6 -8 whole cloves
3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
3 cups pineapple juice
3 -4 cups water

Steps:

  • Run through the normal perking cycle.
  • I usually increase this as I have a party perk that holds 40 cups.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the punch will taste. This is especially true for the fruits and juices.
  • Choose a good base: The base of the punch is what will give it its flavor and body. Some popular bases include fruit juice, tea, and soda.
  • Add spices and herbs: Spices and herbs can add a lot of flavor to punch. Some popular choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
  • Sweeten to taste: Punch should be sweet, but not too sweet. Add sugar or honey to taste.
  • Chill the punch before serving: Punch is best served cold. Chill it in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Conclusion:

Cold-weather punch is a delicious and festive way to warm up on a cold day. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a punch that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a warm and festive drink, try making a batch of cold-weather punch. Your friends and family will love it!

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