Don’t Have the Holidays Without a Little Punch

This basic recipe for Christmas Punch never steers a party wrong, with its combination of brandy, Cointreau, fresh oranges, and a large helping of Champagne or sparkling wine. It’s easy to modify to personal taste as well. Not fruity enough? Add a little more fresh orange juice, or a touch of pomegranate juice. Want even most festive feeling? Add a cup or two of frozen cranberries. Not quite boozy enough? Try adding a bit of rum to the mix, or some orange-flavored vodka.

--A.J. Rathbun