Christmas Punch Recipe

Serving punch on the holidays adds to the festive atmosphere, and doesn't have to be complicated. A simple punch - one that can be served to kids as well as adults - is appreciated by all.

Christmas Punch

Ingredients:
1 quart cranberry juice cocktail
2 quarts ginger ale

cranberries

orange slices

block of ice and additional cubed ice

vodka (optional)

a pretty punch bowl

Preparation:

1. Put the block of ice in the bowl. Add the cranberry juice and ginger ale and stir gently. Float the cranberries and orange slices on top.

2. Serve over cubed ice in glass mugs with a few cranberries and an orange slice floating on top. 

3. Grownups may add a small shot of vodka to each cup, if desired.