Best 7 Blood Red Cherry Punch Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing Blood Red Cherry Punch, a refreshing and flavorful beverage that embodies the essence of summer festivities. This non-alcoholic recipe delights the senses with its vibrant crimson hue and bursts of sweet and tangy cherry flavors. As you sip on this delightful punch, let the medley of fresh cherries, zesty citrus, and aromatic spices transport you to a world of pure refreshment. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, pool party, or simply seeking a delightful treat to cool down on a warm afternoon, this Blood Red Cherry Punch is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. And with its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it's the perfect recipe for both experienced mixologists and novice home cooks alike. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your punch bowl, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Get ready to experience the perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and a hint of spice in every sip of this Blood Red Cherry Punch.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BLOODY PUNCH



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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Time 15m

Yield about 6 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups red fruit punch, chilled
1 (1-liter) bottle strawberry daiquiri mix, chilled
1 (2-liter) bottle Dr Pepper Cherry, chilled
1 (46-ounce) bottle concord grape-raspberry juice, chilled
1 (1-liter) bottle ginger ale, chilled

Steps:

  • Fill a powder-free latex glove with punch; tie closed. Freeze at least 6 hours or overnight. (For the best shape, hang the glove from a rack in your freezer with the fingers pointing down.)
  • When ready to serve, combine the remaining fruit punch, daiquiri mix, Dr Pepper, grape-raspberry juice and ginger ale in a large punch bowl. Peel the glove off the frozen hand and add to the bowl.

BLOOD ORANGE VAMPIRE PUNCH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
3 cups blood orange juice
1 cup tart cherry juice
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 to 3 lemons)
1 cup tequila or mezcal (optional)
Red gel icing, for decorating

Steps:

  • Make the simple syrup: Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Combine the blood orange juice, cherry juice, lemon juice, chilled simple syrup and 2 cups cold water in a pitcher. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
  • Just before serving, stir the tequila into the punch, if using. Decorate the rim of the pitcher with red gel icing, allowing some to drip down the side. Serve over ice.

DRAGON'S BLOOD PUNCH (NON-ALCOHOLIC)



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Your Halloween guests will love this sweet and spooky punch from Food Network.

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 5m

Yield about 20 to 25 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (46-ounce) can red punch (recommended: Hawaiian Punch)
1 (46-ounce) can apple juice
1 (48-ounce) bottle cranberry juice
1 (2-liter) bottle ginger ale
Ice cubes
Berry vodka, optional
Orange liqueur, optional

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large punch bowl or pot. Add ice and stir.
  • For grown up version, add 4 cups berry vodka and 1/2 cup orange liqueur.
  • Ladle into serving glasses.

CHERRY PUNCH



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Back in 1952, a co-worker gave me the recipe for this versatile rosy punch. It's not too sweet, so it really refreshes. Over the years, I've served it to my family and friends at countless gatherings, from picnics to holiday parties. -Davlyn Jones, San Jose, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield about 6 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
1 can (6 ounces) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
2 cups water
2 liters cherry soda, chilled
2 liters ginger ale, chilled
Optional: Lemon slices and lime slices

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine concentrates and pineapple; cover and blend until smooth. Pour into a gallon-sized container; stir in water. Store in the refrigerator. To serve, pour the mixture into a punch bowl; add cherry soda and ginger ale. Garnish with lemon and lime slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HALLOWEEN PUNCH



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Make a mocktail for your Halloween party using cherry juice, chilli, cinnamon and ginger, then garnish with edible fangs. Add vodka for those who prefer it

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Drink

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2l cherry juice
peel from 3 oranges , pared with a vegetable peeler
1 thumb-sized red chilli , pierced a few times but left whole
3 cinnamon sticks
10 cloves
6 slices ginger
Dracula's fangs sweets (available from sweet shops), to serve, optional
200ml vodka , or 25ml per glass

Steps:

  • Tip the cherry juice, orange peel, chilli, cinnamon sticks, cloves and ginger into a large saucepan. Simmer for 5 mins, then turn off the heat. Leave to cool, then chill for at least 4 hrs, or up to 2 days - the longer you leave it the more intense the flavours. If serving to young children, take the chilli out after a few hours.
  • When you're ready to serve, pour the juice into a jug. Serve in glass bottles or glasses and pop a straw in each. If you're adding vodka, do so at this stage. Dangle a fangs sweet from each glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar

BLOOD ORANGE PUNCH



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This recipe was also featured on "Mad Hungry with Lucinda Scala Quinn."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Yield Makes 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bottles (25 ounces each) blood orange juice, chilled
3 cans (12 ounces each) natural orange soda (such as San Pellegrino Aranciata), chilled
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
8 ounces light rum (such as Appletons)
5 dashes bitters
1 blood orange or orange, cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges and frozen

Steps:

  • Fill ice cube trays with 1 1/2 cups orange juice, and freeze. To make punch, stir remaining orange juice, soda, lime juice, rum, and bitters into a 16-cup punch bowl. Before serving, add frozen orange slices. Add ice cubes as needed to keep chilled.

BLOOD-RED SANGRIA COCKTAIL



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This citrusy martini gets its striking layered appearance from drops of sangria-inspired simple syrup made from red wine and dark sweet cherries (after all, "sangria" means "bleeding" in Spanish!). An "impaled" cherry adds the finishing touch.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 45m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
1 cup red wine, such as Merlot or Zinfandel
1 cup dark sweet cherries, stemmed, pitted and halved
1 stick cinnamon
Strips of orange peel from 1 medium orange (orange part only)
Ice cubes
3 tablespoons (1 1/2 oz) citron (citrus) vodka
2 tablespoons (1 oz) clear orange-flavored liqueur
2 tablespoons (1 oz) sangria simple syrup, chilled (above)
1 dark sweet cherry on a cocktail pick

Steps:

  • To make simple syrup, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, mix sangria simple syrup ingredients. Heat to boiling over medium heat. Simmer 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; let cool 30 minutes. Strain mixture through fine mesh strainer; discard solids. Cover and chill sangria syrup until ready to use. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
  • To make cocktail, fill cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka and orange liqueur to cocktail shaker; cover and shake. Strain into martini glass. Drizzle sangria syrup into cocktail in glass. Garnish with cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Cocktail, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe cherries: For the best flavor, use ripe, sweet cherries. Frozen cherries can also be used, but make sure to thaw them before using.
  • Pit the cherries: This can be done with a cherry pitter or a paring knife. If you are using a paring knife, be careful not to cut yourself.
  • Add some sweetness: If the cherries are not sweet enough, you can add some sugar or honey to the punch. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Use fresh lime juice: Fresh lime juice adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the punch. If you don't have fresh lime juice, you can use bottled lime juice, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • Chill the punch before serving: This will help to ensure that the punch is cold and refreshing.
  • Garnish the punch with fresh cherries, lime slices, or mint leaves: This will make the punch look more festive and appealing.

Conclusion:

Blood red cherry punch is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give blood red cherry punch a try. You won't be disappointed!

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