Drinks

Autumn Punch Recipe

ByMaya Quinn January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

Introduction

This Autumn Punch is a vibrant, spiced drink perfect for gatherings and cozy fall evenings. Combining warm spices with fruity juices, it delivers a refreshing balance of flavors that everyone will enjoy.

A clear faceted glass filled with dark red punch stands on a round wooden coaster, with whole red cranberries floating near the top in the deep liquid, and a bright orange slice resting on the rim along with a beige and white striped paper straw. Behind the glass is a large glass bowl holding more punch with orange slices floating on the surface. The scene is set on a warm orange, red, and green checkered cloth with scattered cranberries and cinnamon sticks, a lit orange candle, autumn leaves, and a pumpkin in the background, all on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 cinnamon sticks
5 allspice berries
3 whole cloves
3 cups apple cider
2 cups cranberry juice
2 cups orange juice
1½ cups pomegranate juice
1½ cups pineapple juice
2 cups lemon-lime soda
1 orange (sliced for garnish)
1 cup cranberries (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large punch bowl, combine the cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, cloves, apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, pomegranate juice, and pineapple juice. Stir gently to mix the flavors.
Step 2: Just before serving, pour in the lemon-lime soda and add the orange slices and cranberries on top for garnish.
Step 3: Serve the punch over ice using a ladle, ensuring each glass gets some fruit garnish.

Tips & Variations

For a warm version, heat the mixture without the lemon-lime soda and serve as a hot spiced cider.
Swap lemon-lime soda for sparkling water if you prefer a less sweet drink.
Use fresh pomegranate seeds instead of juice for added texture and bursts of flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover punch in the refrigerator in a covered container for up to 2 days. Add lemon-lime soda and garnishes fresh before serving again to maintain fizz and freshness. Avoid storing punch with soda mixed in for too long to keep bubbles intact.

How to Serve

A clear glass jar filled with a deep red drink showing visible layers of orange slices, red berries, and apple slices beneath the surface, topped with a whole cinnamon stick and garnished with a small orange wedge near the rim; in the background, there is another similar jar and a clear glass pitcher filled with more of the red drink containing floating fruit slices and cinnamon sticks; the jars and pitcher sit on a brown cloth resting on a white marbled surface, surrounded by halved bright orange oranges and sliced red apples, with a few whole apples and bananas blurred in the background, creating a rich, fresh, and colorful fruit drink setting. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this punch ahead of time?

Yes, prepare the juice and spice mixture in advance and keep it chilled. Add the lemon-lime soda and fruit garnishes just before serving to keep the punch fresh and fizzy.

What can I use instead of allspice berries?

If you don’t have allspice berries, you can use a pinch of ground allspice or a combination of cinnamon and cloves to mimic the flavor, but use sparingly to avoid overpowering the punch.