Punchy Fiesta

This punch recipe, inspired by sangria, packs a punch with its higher proof and inexpensive Spanish wine. Infused with a blend of spices, fruit juices, and spirits, it's a flavorful and potent concoction perfect for entertaining a lively crowd.

Punchy Fiesta

Punchy Fiesta is a potent punch inspired by sangria, combining Spanish wine, fruit juices, and spices for a flavorful and lively libation.

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Ingredients

  • 1 whole nutmeg pod
  • 1 tbsp allspice berries
  • 1 stick cinnamon, broken into pieces
  • 2 2/3 cups fresh orange juice
  • 2 2/3 cups pineapple juice
  • 3 cups red wine
  • 1 oz cognac, VSOP
  • 1 oz dark rum
  • 1/2 - 1 cup simple syrup (1:1 sugar:water), to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the nutmeg pod in a cloth and break it into pieces.
  2. Toast the nutmeg, allspice, and cinnamon in a large saucepan until aromatic.
  3. Add orange and pineapple juice, then bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Simmer the mixture until reduced by one-third.
  5. Remove from heat, strain the liquid, and discard the spices.
  6. Add wine, cognac, and rum, and stir well.
  7. Gradually add the simple syrup to taste.
  8. Add orange slices, cover, and refrigerate to chill.
  9. Serve in a punch bowl with ice.