The Best Punch to Serve at a Football Party
By Marie Gorbenko Published December 2021
Much like Siskel & Ebert and peanut butter & jelly – “The Big Game” & beer have been a legendary pairing for eons. Cracking open a cold one to watch the game is certainly a tried-and-true Sunday Funday option. But, mixing things up, literally and figuratively, with some sensational football party punch and batch cocktails will intercept the spotlight. Here are some of our favorite game day punch recipes that are sure to score a touchdown with your guests.
Siesta Key Kick’n Punch
This tasty twist of a punch will spice things up with its tropical notes and cool ginger kick. Best of all, this special cocktail is crafted with a local favorite, Siesta Key Rum—an artisan Sarasota distillery that makes all of their delicious rums in hand-crafted small batches.
The Roster:
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16 ounces Siesta Key Spiced Rum
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8 ounces Siesta Key Toasted Coconut Rum
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8 ounces fresh lime juice
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24 ounces pineapple juice
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24 ounces ginger beer
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Mint leaves
The Play:
In a pitcher, combine both rums, fresh lime juice, pineapple juice and ginger beer. Stir well. Serve over ice and garnish with a lime wedge and mint leaves.
If you prefer to make the punch in advance, combine all ingredients except the ginger beer. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Stir in the ginger beer immediately before serving.
Looking to score extra points? Turn your lime garnishes into mini footballs by using a small channel knife. Carefully carve a long, thin strip down the center of one lime (lengthwise). You should carve deeply enough to see the white pith but shouldn't be digging too far into the fruit. Going across the first carved line, carve four or five shorter lines to mimic football laces.
Irish Palmer
Give your team a little luck from the Irish with this Emerald Isle spin on the classic Arnold Palmer. Sláinte!
The Roster:
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16 ounces Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey
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16 ounces iced tea
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16 ounces lemonade
The Play:
Add the whiskey, iced tea, and lemonade to an ice filled punch bowl and stir. Add lemon wheels for garnish.
Big Bold Red Sangria
A big win on the field requires some bold moves. Shimmy up to this classic sangria for some BBR energy!
The Roster:
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25 ounces Yellow Tail Big Bold Red
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2 oranges, sliced into wheels
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2 apples, cored and chopped
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1 cinnamon stick
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2 ounces Herve Superior Reserve VSOP Brandy
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2 ounces Jos Cartron Imperial Orange Liqueur
The Play:
In a large pitcher or punch bowl, add wine, fruit, cinnamon, brandy and liqueur. Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours. When it’s game time, strain mixture over ice or in individual glasses and top with soda water. Garnish with soaked fruit from the bowl.
Beer Margarita Bowl
The Roster:
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Kosher salt (optional)
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4, 12 ounce bottles Corona Light Mexican Lager
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8 ounces Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila
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1, 12 ounce can frozen limeade concentrate, partially thawed
The Play:
Rim glasses with kosher salt and set aside. Combine beer, tequila and limeade in a large bowl or pitcher. Stir and pour mixture into the rimmed glasses. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.
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