Contents
Preparation time: 10 minutes.
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Champagne Punch (Serves 4)
Ingredients
- 1 bottle of Champagne (750 ml, 25.36 fl oz)
- 1 cup of Orange Juice (240 ml, 8.12 fl oz)
- 1/2 cup of Pineapple Juice (120 ml, 4.06 fl oz)
- 1/2 cup of Triple Sec (120 ml, 4.06 fl oz)
- 2 tbsp of Grenadine (30 ml, 1.01 fl oz)
- 1/4 cup of Lemon Juice (60 ml, 2.03 fl oz) –
- 1 cup of Fresh Strawberries (144g, 5.08 oz)
Preparation Method
- Make sure all your ingredients are nicely chilled. A Champagne punch is best enjoyed cold.
- In a large punch bowl, pour your bottle of Champagne.
- Add orange juice, pineapple juice, Triple Sec, Grenadine and lemon juice into the bowl. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Add your fresh strawberries. You can either let them stay whole or cut them up per your liking. The strawberries enrich the punch with a burst of color and a hint of sweetness.
- Voila! Your Champagne punch is ready to partake! Remember to keep it cold. If you’re hosting a party, you can keep a bottle of champagne on ice ready to freshen up the punch bowl as needed.
Enjoy this simple, cost-effective and scrumptious Champagne punch that can turn any mundane day into a celebration!
A healthier approach to champagne punch
Indulging shouldn’t always mean leaving your healthy eating habits behind. To make a healthier version of the champagne punch, use fresh, natural fruit juices instead of those with sugar and preservatives added.
Replace simple syrup with a homemade version using raw honey or pure maple syrup which are natural sugars and are healthier.
Always remember to include a good portion of fresh fruits in your punch, they add natural sweetness, flavor and plenty of health benefits.
Prolonging the fizz: Champagne punch storage
Once your delicious champagne punch has been carefully crafted, it’s essential to know how to store it to maintain its flavor and bubbliness.
If not consumed immediately, it should be stored right away in a tightly sealed pitcher or glass container in the refrigerator.
Bear in mind, the fizz in champagne punch begins to lessen after about 2 days, though the punch will still be safe and tasty for up to 4-5 days if stored correctly.
Perfect pairings with champagne punch
Champagne punch can be elevated further by the perfect accompaniments. As this recipe is refreshing and fruity, it pairs beautifully with delicate appetizers such as smoked salmon blinis, cheese and fruit plates, or even mini caprese salads.
And since the main hit of the punch is, of course, champagne, it’s best served with toasts during celebrations, or even brunch events.
Trimming down the time: Quick and slick champagne punch
If you’re short on time, a few hacks can help expedite the process.
First, opt for pre-cut fruits – it saves the time spent on washing, peeling, and cutting.
Further, using chilled champagne and other ingredients would eliminate the need for cooling the punch later.
Speed up the mixing process by combining your fruit juice, sweetener, and other ingredients before the event – just save the champagne to add just before serving to keep the fizz intact.
Leftover delight: Utilizing champagne punch leftovers
Don’t let any leftover champagne punch go to waste! There’s plenty you can do with it.
For instance, freezing it into ice cubes can jazz up plain sparkling water, or give an extra kick to your next fruit punch or cocktail.
Alternatively, use it as a base for a fruity vinaigrette by mixing it with a little olive oil, or even as a marinade for chicken or fish with its acidic and fruity notes.
