Autumn Punch

Total Time
1 hr 15 mins

“Punch” is a good description of this one–a couple of glasses pack a wallop. Add extra cranberry juice if you want it weaker.

Photo: Thayer Allyson Gowdy; Styling: Miranda Jones

2 whole cinnamon sticks

5 whole cloves

1/3 cup sweet vermouth

1/3 cup dry vermouth

2 cups cranberry juice

2 tablespoons sugar

2 bottles dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc

1 bottle dry, full-bodied red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon

1 cup apple brandy

1 cup citrus vodka

1 orange, sliced

1 lemon, sliced

Step 1

Simmer spices, vermouths, cranberry juice, and sugar in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and let steep 1 hour.

Step 2

Chill remaining ingredients in a large container. Strain spice mixture into wine mixture and chill until ready to serve.

Step 3

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.