Expecting guests on New Year’s Eve? Wow them with this fresh and fruity concoction! A perfect way to usher in the new year, this delicious punch contains a sparkling combination of champagne plus orange, pineapple, and strawberry flavors for added zing. The recipe below makes a half gallon of punch, but it can easily be doubled. Make it up to 2 hours ahead of time to ensure your party goes off without a hitch!
Ingredients:
1 Grove Orange, sliced
1 c. fresh or frozen strawberries, pureed
2 c. pineapple chunks
4 sprigs fresh mint, plus more for garnish
1½ oz. brandy
1½ oz. triple sec
750 ml sparkling wine or champagne, chilled
4 c. ginger ale, chilled
Directions:
- In a large pitcher, add strawberry puree, pineapple chunks, orange slices and mint.
- Top with brandy, triple sec and champagne or sparkling wine.
- Add ginger ale and mix well.
- Serve in champagne flutes or wine glasses, garnish with fresh mint.