Holiday Pomegranate Whiskey Punch
For Day 4 of 12 Days of Cocktails, we've got something great in store for your holiday parties. The holidays are all about festive gatherings, and nothing says celebration like a punch bowl brimming with seasonal flavors. Featuring Swilled Dog Rye Whiskey, this punch is the perfect combination of bold, citrusy, and slightly sweet notes. This recipe is guaranteed to impress your guests and keep spirits bright all evening long.
Ingredients
• 4 cups Swilled Dog Rye Whiskey
• 1 cup Campari
• 2 cups pomegranate juice
• 1 cup orange juice
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 3-4 bottles (12 ounces each) ginger beer
• 2 oranges, sliced
• ½ cup dried orange slices (optional)
• 1 cup pomegranate arils
Instructions
1. In a large pitcher, combine the rye whiskey, Campari, pomegranate juice, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Stir well to mix. Add the fresh rosemary sprigs and refrigerate until ready to serve.
2. Just before serving, fill a punch bowl with ice and pour in the whiskey mixture. Stir in the ginger beer to give the punch a festive fizz.
3. Add fresh orange slices, dried orange slices (if using), and pomegranate arils for a beautiful, seasonal presentation.
4. Ladle the punch into cocktail glasses filled with ice. Garnish with a dried orange slice or a sprig of rosemary.
This recipe is perfect for holiday parties and cozy nights by the fire. Share the magic of Swilled Dog Rye Whiskey with your loved ones this season!