This Mezcal Punch recipe is the big-batch holiday cocktail you’ve been waiting for! With lots of citrus, ginger beer, pineapple juice, and mint it is the perfect drink to share with friends.
The inspiration for this drink came from one of my favorite sites, A Thought For Food.
Awhile back Brian posted a gorgeous scaled-down mezcal cocktail with loads of citrus, honey, and of all things, sesame oil.
I’m always on the hunt for mezcal inspiration and this one was a gem.
Mezcal Punch For A Crowd
I wanted to use these flavors but in a drink I can make for a crowd.
We all know the secret to a successful party is a signature cocktail but no one wants to play bartender all night, especially on Thanksgiving when you are also roasting a turkey, mashing potatoes, whisking gravy, and negotiating family drama at the same time.
I think you’re going to like what I came up with.
It’s simple but sophisticated with smoky undertones from the mezcal, a little fizz from the ginger beer, and bright notes from the citrus.
If you’re feeling fancy this ice ring is beautiful and a snap to put together and freeze the night before.
How To Make A Pretty Ice Ring
A flashy way to keep your Mezcal Punch chilled is a gorgeous ice ring for the punch bowl.
Lucky for us, they are super simple to make.
- Use a tube pan, bundt pan, or ring mold cake pan. Make sure it doesn’t have a removable bottom or the water will leak through.
- Layer citrus slices, fresh cranberries, or any other flavors that would taste good with the cocktail. Edible flowers are always nice.
- Fill half way with water and freeze (this is best done the night before to make sure it freezes completely).
- When you are ready to serve, pop ring out of the pan by running hot water over the bottom until it comes out.
Easy Big-Batch Mezcal Punch
If you haven’t gotten your drink sitch planned out yet friends, this Mezcal Punch just might be it. If you make it let me know! Share a photo and tag me on Instagram using @holajalapeno and #holajalapeno so that I can see your stuff! ¡Salúd!
Mezcal Holiday Punch Recipe
Inspired by A Thought For Food This drink is made for holiday entertaining. Mix it together then set it out for guests to help themselves.
Ingredients
For the ice ring:
- 4-5 cups water
- 1 cup cranberries
- 1 lime, sliced
- 1 clementine, sliced
For the punch:
- 2 cups mezcal
- 2 (12-ounce) bottles ginger beer
- 12 ounces pineapple juice
- 1 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice
- 1/2 cup Grand Marnier
- 1/2 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice
- Mint sprigs, for garnish
- Orange wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- The night before combine all the ingredients for the ice ring in a 10-inch tube pan or similar pan and freeze.
- Right before serving combine all punch ingredients in a bowl large enough to fit the ice ring. Place the bottom of the ice ring in hot water long enough to release. Place ice in bowl and serve each drink with an orange wedge and a sprig of mint.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 0Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g
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This is so beautiful!! I bet it tastes amazing too. Thanks for linking up to my recipe – your Thanksgiving menu sounds like absolute perfection.
Meg!! I’m dying to know what’s on your menu, I’m sure something gorgeous and extravagant! Your sweet potatoes are on point, Girl! xoxo
This menu sounds wonderful. I think I’m cooking this year for Thanksgiving (for just my husband and me), so I just might subject him to that Swiss chard and persimmon salad. Whatever I do, it will be simple.
Sometimes it’s nice to have an intimate affair. Let me know if you end up making the salad, I’d love to hear what you think.
Thank you Kate for posting your T-Day plan earlier enough so I can plan! This cocktail looks beautiful and sounds delish! I can’t wait to impress people with some of these recipes (and give you all the credit of course!) Have a great holiday, miss you guys!
Thank you Alexis! I’ll be anxious to hear how it all turned out. I was thinking of you when I was developing this drink, I think you guys will love it. Hope you have a great meal, miss you too! xoxo
This mezcal drink will be for sure on my holiday celebrations this year. It does look so yummy and festive!
This mezcal drink sounds great to make the quarantine easier to swallow 🙂 I’ll try it!
Pinned! I love everything in this post. That mezcal punch looks so festive and the way you styled it! A+
Este cocktail está de lujo, además se ve refrescante para el verano, gracias!
Que rico y refrescante es el ponche, da gusto leer blogs que publiquen lo que necesitamos en este tiempo de calor
This mezcal punch is sure to be delicious and the photos are beautiful. I love citrus drinks.
Hi Kate,
I never had Mezcal Punch before but this recipe makes it look delicious and easy to do. Now I’m curious to try it. Thanks for sharing!