Santa's Spiced Whiskey Cider Punch

This spiced whiskey cider punch is the perfect warm and comforting cocktail for the holiday season. The combination of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and apple cider, infused with cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of sweetness, creates a festive and flavorful drink that is sure to delight your guests. Whether served in mugs around a cozy fire or at a festive gathering, this punch captures the essence of the holidays in every sip.

Santa's Spiced Whiskey Cider Punch

A warm and comforting holiday punch featuring rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and apple cider, infused with cinnamon and cloves.

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Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz rye whiskey
  • 1.50 oz sweet vermouth
  • 8 oz unsweetened apple cider
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, apple cider, cinnamon stick, cloves, sugar, and Angostura bitters.
  2. Place the pot over medium-high heat and stir occasionally until the mixture begins to simmer.
  3. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the punch warm for at least 1 hour.
  4. Ladle the warm punch into mugs and garnish with a cinnamon stick or apple slices, if desired.