Drinks

Festive Punch Recipes for Spring

Because when you need to serve drinks to a crowd, punch is always the best answer.

By The Epicurious Editors

April 14, 2015

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Teri Lyn Fisher
1/10
Eureka Tiki Punch
Serve this crowd-pleaser in several bowls placed throughout a party area or in one enormous vessel.
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John Kernick
2/10
Gin Punch
Packed with lots of fresh fruit and accented by a strawberry liqueur, this effervescent punch is perfect for any springtime party.
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Sara Remington
3/10
Painful Punch
You may think of a red wine punch that is richly spiced with cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg as belonging exclusively to the holidays, but this sangria-inspired chilled punch is totally refreshing and appropriate any time of year.
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Photo by Teri Lyn Fisher.
4/10
French 75 Punch
The classic French 75 typically isn't served as a punch but works quite well in this format. Serve it at any occasion that calls for toasting, like a brunch, or a bridal or baby shower.
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Sivan Lewin
5/10
Seven Bridges Road
Honey, lemon, and clove accent this sparkling Pimms- and gin-based punch.
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Ma'ayan Rosenzweig
6/10
Rabbit Punch
The combination of pineapple, orange, and lemon plus the crisp, dry bubbles from the Champagne in this punch really wake up your palate, making it a great option to serve at a brunch party.
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Cedric Angeles
7/10
The Long Hello
Get festive with this floral, slightly fizzy punch, made with elderflower liqueur and apple brandy.
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Photo by Christopher Testani
8/10
Fish House Punch
Made with Cognac and peach brandy, this punch is very potent. If it packs a bit too much of a wallop for your taste, dilute it with cold black tea or with seltzer water for a bit of fizz.
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9/10
Champagne Punch With Brandy and Citrus
Eye-opening notes of lemon, lime, and grapefruit keep this festive punch from heading into ultra-sweet territory—and fresh mint seconds the motion.
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Photo by Zach Desart
10/10
Fruit-Filled Ice Ring
A fruit-filled ice ring will melt more slowly than ice cubes, which means it won't water down your punch.
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