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Celestial German Punch

This recipe for a Celestial German Punch is a festive blend of white wine and fruits, perfect for any occasion.

πŸ•’ Prep 10 mins, Total 2 hrs (including resting time)
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: German

Allergens

Contains alcohol

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle (750 ml) white wine
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup peaches, sliced
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 orange, zested and sliced
  • 1 bottle (750 ml) sparkling mineral water
  • Fresh berries and mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pitcher, combine white wine, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cinnamon stick, and orange zest and slices.
  2. Stir gently to combine ingredients. Cover the pitcher and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Before serving, remove the cinnamon stick and strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean pitcher, pressing on the solids to release all the liquid.
  4. Discard the solids and add sparkling mineral water to the strained mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Pour the punch into glasses filled with ice cubes, garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves. Serve cold.

Chef’s Insight

The perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors makes this punch a celestial delight for any occasion.

Notes

Adjust the sugar according to the sweetness of your fruit and preferred taste.

Cultural or Historical Background

This German-inspired punch is a delicious addition to festive gatherings, drawing from traditional mulled wine recipes with the added sparkle of a white wine cocktail.