Big Apple Punch

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    Big Apple Punch

    Lightly sweet hard cider makes a festive addition to cocktails like this autumn-inspired sparkler. To make a non-alcoholic version, omit the brandy and substitute seltzer water for the hard cider.

    • 18Servings

    Ingredients

    • 8 cups fresh apple cider
    • 4 cups dry hard cider
    • 4 cups ginger beer
    • 1/4 cup lemon juice
    • 3 dashes Angostura bitters
    • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
    • 1 apple, cored and sliced into rounds

    Preparation

    Combine fresh cider, hard cider, ginger beer, apple brandy, lemon juice, and Angostura bitters in large pitcher. Stir in lemon and apple slices. Serve over ice.

    Nutrition Information

    • Calories: 144
    • Carbohydrate Content: 22 g
    • Fat Content: 0.5 g
    • Fiber Content: 0.5 g
    • Protein Content: 0.5 g
    • Sodium Content: 13 mg
    • Sugar Content: 20 g

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