Author´s note: Whip up a batch of citrusy, sparkly punch for sipping while carving jack-o´-lanterns. Make a toast to the fun and frolic of Halloween. Kids can help measure and stir the ingredients.
Ingrediants:
- 1 cup orange juice
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 4 cups apple cider, chilled
- 1 cup ginger ale, chilled
- Ice cubes
Directions:
- Pour the orange juice in a small saucepan, and stir in the maple syrup.
- Place over medium heat and bring almost to a boil.
- Remove from heat, stir once or twice, and let cool to room temperature.
- (Or, combine the orange juice and maple syrup in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for three minutes.)
- Pour the apple cider into a pitcher and add the cooled orange juice and the ginger ale.
- Mix well.
- Serve over ice.
