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.

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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.

Servings
18

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
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 0.5 g
  • Fiber Content 0.5 g
  • Protein Content 0.5 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 0 g
  • Sodium Content 13 mg
  • Sugar Content 20 g