Fireside Punch
A warming batch cocktail that combines Canadian whisky with apple cider, cranberry, and cinnamon for the ultimate cold-weather gathering drink. This punch has become the go-to for hockey nights, holiday parties, and any Canadian winter celebration. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Canadian whisky
- 3 oz Apple cider
- 1 oz Cranberry juice
- 0.5 oz Cinnamon syrup
- 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice
- apple slice (garnish) garnish
- cinnamon stick (garnish) garnish
- fresh cranberries (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Perfect with slow-roasted pork shoulder, spiced apple compote, and cornbread to match the warming cinnamon and apple cider base.
Instructions
Combine Canadian whisky, apple cider, cranberry juice, cinnamon syrup, and lemon juice in a glass
Stir well to combine
Add ice
Garnish with an apple slice, cinnamon stick, and a few cranberries
For batch: multiply by guest count and serve in a large bowl with a cinnamon-studded ice ring
Tips
Serve warm by heating everything except the lemon juice in a saucepan — add lemon off heat Make cinnamon syrup by simmering 4 sticks in 1 cup simple syrup for 15 minutes Add 0.5 oz allspice dram for a more complex spice profile