Punch for the holidays

[thebigcat]

Hi Everyone,
I'm looking for a terrific punch for the holiday season. Ideally I'd love something to keep in the fridge just in case a big crowd drops buy. It's one thing to read a recipe, but recommendations are really better.

Thanks!
Polly

[dedavis]

Alcoholic or non?

I generally keep sparkling cider on hand. Hot spiced cider (homemade, not from a package!) is good too, and you can make it ahead and heat as you need it.

Deb

[Lisa S]

Homemade eggnog is great. I also love Wassil ~ a red wine and spice mixture that I keep going in my crock pot. Neither one is very potent, but both are delicious.

[thebigcat]

All very yummy ideas. Does anyone how long you can keep drinks with alcohol in the fridge?

[cheapdiva]

This is one of my favorites - Homemade Bailey's. I wouldn't worry about how long it will keep as there won't be any left!! But just in case, toss when the cream would expire.

Ingredients
1 cup heavy cream
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 2/3 cups Irish whiskey
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract


Cooking Instructions
In a blender, combine heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, Irish whiskey, instant coffee, chocolate syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Blend on high for 20 to 30 seconds. Store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator. Shake well before serving

Can't wait for the holidays as this is the only time of the year I do this!!!