Best Holiday Party Starters

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12 Party Punches

Break out your punch bowl, and mix up one of these festive drinks. These big-batch beverages—with and without alcohol—will keep you and your guests in high spirits.|Article: Marian Cooper Cairns & Madoline Markham

Warm Spiced Sangria
Photo: Laurey W. Glenn/ Prop Styling: Faith Morgan/Food Styling: Angela Sellers

Warm Spiced Sangria

This spice-infused wine punch will fill your body with warmth and cheer from the inside out. Serve in a clear glass mug to show off cinnamon stick and fruit garnishes.

Prep Notes: 10 minutes hands-on time. Cooks for an additional 2 hours, 30 minutes.

For adults only.


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