Best 3 Cranberry Rum Punch Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Cranberry Rum Punch, a vibrant and refreshing cocktail that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the smooth warmth of rum. This classic holiday beverage is a staple at festive gatherings, offering a festive and flavorful twist to your celebrations. Whether you prefer a non-alcoholic version for a refreshing mocktail or desire a boozy treat, this versatile punch has a recipe to suit every palate. Explore variations like the White Cranberry Rum Punch for a creamy and elegant twist, the Sparkling Cranberry Rum Punch for a bubbly and effervescent delight, and the Slow Cooker Cranberry Rum Punch for a hassle-free and crowd-pleasing option. With its vibrant red hue and irresistible aroma, the Cranberry Rum Punch is sure to be the star of any occasion.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY RUM PUNCH



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There's rum in this wonderful, sparkling cranberry punch with lemon and lime slices. With bright red, yellow and green colors, this punch makes an attractive accompaniment to your party's food.

Provided by Mary48

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Adult Punch Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (32 fluid ounce) bottle cranberry juice
¼ cup white sugar
2 cups ginger ale
2 ¼ cups rum
8 slices lemon

Steps:

  • In a medium-size punchbowl, stir cranberry juice and sugar together until the sugar dissolves. Mix in ginger ale, rum, and lemon and lime slices. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 10.9 mg, Sugar 25.7 g

MULLED CRANBERRY PUNCH



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

One 750-milliliter bottle dark spiced rum
4 cups unfiltered cranberry juice
4 cups apple cider
1 cup maple syrup
1 cup honey
1 teaspoon grated clove or nutmeg
12 star anise pods
Cinnamon sticks, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the rum, cranberry juice, cider, maple syrup, honey, clove and star anise into a large saucepot over medium heat. Cook until a slow simmer is just reached and the honey/maple syrup is dissolved.
  • Ladle the punch into heatproof glasses or mugs and garnish with cinnamon sticks.

COUNTDOWN #7 CRANBERRY AND SPICED RUM PUNCH



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Provided by Aarón Sánchez

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 orange, zested
2 Mexican cinnamon sticks
5 whole cloves
3 tablespoons finely chopped peeled ginger
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
1 (25 1/4-ounce) bottle sparkling cider (about 3 1/4 cups), chilled
4 cups cranberry juice cocktail, chilled
1 (1-liter) bottle club soda
1 cup dark rum

Steps:

  • Bring the orange zest, cinnamon sticks, cloves, ginger, water, and sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce the heat and then simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let steep, uncovered, for 1 hour.
  • Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding the solids.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients with the spiced syrup in a punch bowl and stir. Add ice before serving.

Tips:

  • Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they may not be as flavorful.
  • Quality Rum: Choose a good quality white or dark rum for the punch. A reposado or añejo tequila can also be used.
  • Sweetener: Use simple syrup or granulated sugar to sweeten the punch. Honey or agave nectar can also be used.
  • Citrus: Use fresh citrus juices for the best flavor. Bottled juices can also be used, but they may not be as flavorful.
  • Garnishes: Garnish the punch with fresh cranberries, lime wedges, or mint sprigs.

Conclusion:

Cranberry rum punch is a refreshing and festive cocktail that is perfect for holiday parties. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Experiment with different types of rum, juices, and garnishes to find the perfect combination for you.

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