Cranberry Elderflower Champagne Punch
This recipe details a refreshing Cranberry Elderflower Champagne Punch, perfect for gatherings. It combines sweet elderflower, tart cranberry and lemon, with bubbly sparkling wine and club soda for an elegant and easy-to-make beverage.
Equipment
- 1 Punch Bowl For mixing and serving the punch.
- 1 Liquid Measuring Cups For accurate measurement of all liquid ingredients.
- 1 Stirring Spoon or Ladle For combining ingredients and serving.
- 1 Ice Bucket (Optional) To keep the punch chilled without diluting it too quickly.
Ingredients
Main
- 3/4 cup elderflower liqueur
- 1 1/2 cups cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup simple syrup
- 1 750 ml bottle sparkling wine
- 1 1/2 cup club soda or seltzer
- Garnish: cranberries seasonal fruit, or citrus slices
Instructions
- Ensure all liquid ingredients are thoroughly chilled prior to mixing.
- In a large punch bowl, combine the elderflower liqueur, cranberry juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Stir the mixture well to ensure all components are evenly distributed.
- Just before serving, gently pour in the chilled sparkling wine.
- Add the club soda or seltzer to the punch bowl.
- Stir gently once more to combine the sparkling elements without losing effervescence.
- Add a generous amount of ice to the punch bowl, or serve over ice in individual glasses.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries, seasonal fruit, or citrus slices as desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the festive, effervescent punch.
Notes
1. Ensure all liquid ingredients, especially the cranberry juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup, are well-chilled before mixing. This helps maintain the punch's cold temperature without excessive ice dilution.2. Add the sparkling wine and club soda/seltzer just before serving to preserve their effervescence. Stir gently to combine without losing too much fizz.3. For an elevated presentation, pre-chill your punch bowl and glasses. Garnish generously with fresh cranberries, thinly sliced citrus, or other seasonal fruits. Consider freezing cranberries or citrus slices in ice cubes for an extra touch and to prevent further dilution.