Citrus-Spiced Southern Bourbon Punch

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

A vibrant, refreshing punch combining bourbon with fresh citrus juices and warm spices for a balanced party drink. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup bourbon whiskey
• 2 cups fresh orange juice
• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 2 cups ginger ale
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 6 whole cloves
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1/2 cup orange slices
• 4 cups ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large punch bowl, combine 1 cup bourbon whiskey, 2 cups fresh orange juice, 1 cup fresh lemon juice, and 1 cup pineapple juice; stir to blend the flavors.
2. Step 2: Add 1/4 cup simple syrup along with 6 whole cloves and 1 cinnamon stick; stir gently and let steep for 15 minutes to infuse the spices.
3. Step 3: Remove cloves and cinnamon stick, then add 2 cups ginger ale and 4 cups ice cubes to the punch bowl, stirring carefully to chill and slightly carbonate the mixture.
4. Step 4: Garnish with 1/2 cup orange slices floated on top and serve immediately for a bright, spiced bourbon punch experience.