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A pitcher of festive Thanksgiving drinks filled with cranberries, orange slices, apple slices, and a cinnamon stick.

Thanksgiving Drinks for Busy Weeknights (Meal-Prep Friendly)

This recipe offers a quick and easy Thanksgiving-themed drink that is perfect for busy weeknights. It can be prepared in advance, making it a meal-prep friendly option for a stress-free holiday celebration.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Make Ahead 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 161
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Punch
  • 3 cups apple cider
  • 3 cups cranberry juice
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup Fireball Whiskey
  • 1/2 cup apricot brandy
  • 3 cups lemon-lime soda
  • ice
Garnishes
  • apple slices
  • orange slices
  • cranberries
  • cinnamon sticks

Equipment

  • Large punch bowl or pitcher

Method
 

  1. Combine apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, Fireball Whiskey, and apricot brandy in a large punch bowl or pitcher.
  2. Top off with lemon-lime soda and ice.
  3. Garnish with apple slices, orange slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks.
  4. To make ahead, combine all ingredients except for the soda and ice in a large punch bowl or pitcher and refrigerate overnight. Add soda, ice, and garnishes just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 149mgSugar: 21gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 16.7mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

This make-ahead drink is perfect for busy Thanksgiving weeknights. It allows you to enjoy the holiday spirit without the stress of last-minute preparation.

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