Cold Duck Punch is a sparkling, fruity drink that’s perfect for celebrations and gatherings. This festive punch blends sparkling wine and red wine with citrus, pineapple, and a hint of sweetness to create a refreshing drink with just the right balance of tang and fizz. It’s bright, colorful, and always a crowd favorite at parties or holiday dinners. Served chilled over ice with fresh fruit slices, it looks as beautiful as it tastes.
1. Cooking Time: 10 minutes
2. Serving: 10–12 servings
3. Ingredients:
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1 bottle chilled sparkling wine or champagne (750 ml)
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1 bottle chilled red wine (750 ml) — a light, fruity type like Merlot or Lambrusco
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2 cups ginger ale or lemon-lime soda
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1 cup orange juice
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1 cup pineapple juice
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¼ cup lemon juice
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¼ cup simple syrup or sugar (adjust to taste)
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1 orange, thinly sliced
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1 lemon, thinly sliced
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1 cup fresh pineapple chunks or berries
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Ice cubes for serving
4. Instructions:
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Mix the juices: In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir well to blend.
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Add the wine: Pour in the red wine and sparkling wine slowly to keep the fizz. Stir gently to mix without losing the bubbles.
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Add ginger ale: Top with ginger ale or soda for extra sparkle.
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Add fruit: Stir in the orange slices, lemon slices, and pineapple chunks. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes if you have time, so the flavors blend.
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Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the punch over, and garnish each glass with a slice of fruit.
5. Nutrition (per serving):
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Calories: 160
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Carbohydrates: 18g
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Protein: 0g
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Fat: 0g
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Fiber: 1g
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Sugar: 15g
6. Tips:
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Use chilled ingredients to keep the punch cool and bubbly.
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For a lighter version, use sparkling water instead of soda.
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You can make it non-alcoholic by substituting sparkling grape juice for the wines.
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Add frozen berries instead of ice cubes to keep it cold without watering it down.
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If serving outdoors, keep the punch bowl over a bed of ice to maintain the chill.
