This punch has the warmth of fall flavors but still cool enough to enjoy in the heat.

Warm up this Holiday Season with a cider specifically for grown-ups to enjoy.

The holidays are upon us and, well that calls for punch.  I’ve said it a thousand times, “want to enjoy your holiday party? make punch.  Even better bring a carafe of punch to your next party, you will be remembered and revered. 

Ingredients:
1 bottle of Sandeman Founders Reserve Port
24 oz apple cider  
3 oz rye whiskey
1.5 oz maple syrup
2 Granny Smith apples
2 pears

Directions:
Dice apples and pears and set aside. Mix all remaining ingredients together in pitcher. Add in apples and pears. Let sit for at least 8-12 hours (or overnight).

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Ingredients:
3 cups of Sobieski Vanilia Vodka
8 eggs

Directions:
Separate eggs and yolks. Add 1 cup of sugar to yolks while mixing. Add 1/2 cup of sugar to whites after they have been mixed and are stiff.
1/4 cup of honey
Mix egg whites and yolks together.
Stir in 1 1/2 pints of heavy cream and 1 pint of 2% milk.
Mix in a large bowl and chill. Top with cinnamon and nutmeg.   

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Finally, a turkey that you can’t overcook! Courtesy of Wild Turkey Bourbon.

1 Bottle (750 ml) Light Rum
4 oz. Apricot Brandy
2 Cups Grapefruit Juice
1 Cup Pineapple Juice
Juice of 3 Lemons
4 Cups Club Soda
Orange Slices

Combine all ingredients in a large punch bowl. Add a large block of ice.
Float orange slices on top.

Serves 25