Charred Orange Smoky Bourbon Punch
Equipment
- Skillet
- Large Pitcher
- Citrus Juicer
Ingredients
- 4 oranges, halved
- 8 ounces bourbon
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- Ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Place the orange halves cut side down in the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the cut sides turn dark and charred.
- Remove two orange halves and set them aside for garnish. Juice the remaining two halves into a large pitcher.
- Add the bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice, and maple syrup to the pitcher. Stir until the maple syrup dissolves.
- Break two cinnamon sticks in half and drop them into the pitcher. Stir again to combine.
- Fill four glasses with ice cubes. Pour the punch over the ice. Garnish each glass with a charred orange half and a whole cinnamon stick.
Notes
Char the oranges well to bring out the smoky flavor without burning them completely. If the punch tastes too tart, add a splash more maple syrup before serving. The cinnamon sticks release more spice if you let the mixture sit for 10 minutes before pouring.
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Skillet, Large Pitcher, Citrus Juicer
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Skillet, Large Pitcher, Citrus Juicer