Champagne Punch

Name: Champagne Punch
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 dz Lemon; 1 C Maraschino; 1 C Old Mr. Boston Triple Sec; 1 Part(s) Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy; 2 btl Champagne; 1 Part(s) Carbonated Water; 1 Part(s) Strong Tea (optional)

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Champagne punch is a refined sparkling cocktail blending champagne, brandy, triple sec, and maraschino liqueur with fresh lemon juice—ideal for celebrations and large gatherings.

🏷️Equipment: punch cup

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

Visit Mr. Boston Drinks

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Deluxe Official Bartender's Guide

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Instructions

1
Juice 1 dozen Lemons
2
Add enough powdered sugar sweeten.
3
Pour over large block of ice in punch bowl and stir well.
4
1 cup Maraschino
5
1 cup Old Mr.
6
Boston Triple Sec
7
Boston Five Star Brandy
8
2 bottles Champagne
9
Carbonated Water
10
Strong Tea (optional)
11
Stir well and decorate with fruits in season.
12
Serve in punch glasses.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Juice fresh lemons just before mixing to avoid oxidation and maintain bright acidity that balances the sweet liqueurs.
Add champagne as the final step and stir gently to preserve carbonation—aggressive mixing will flatten the bubbles.
Use a large single block of ice or frozen fruit ring instead of cubes to slow dilution as the punch sits.
Chill all spirits and mixers in advance; the punch should never require more than a light stir before serving.

Substitutions

Champagne → Prosecco or cava (lighter, often drier; adjust sweetness with maraschino if needed)
Old Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → Cognac or other quality brandy (similar proof and complexity)
Maraschino → Cherry liqueur or Luxardo (slightly different flavor profile but comparable sweetness)
Strong Tea → ginger tea or chamomile tea (optional; adds different herbal notes)

Storage & make-ahead

Serve immediately after assembly. Leftover unmixed base keeps refrigerated for 24 hours; do not re-chill opened champagne bottles.

Equipment

punch bowl · large block of ice or ice ring mold

Common Questions

Can I make champagne punch ahead of time?

Prepare the non-alcoholic base (lemon juice, carbonated water, tea if using) up to 4 hours ahead. Add champagne and spirits just before serving to preserve carbonation.

What's the ideal serving ratio for this punch?

Use 1 part each of brandy, carbonated water, and optional tea, 1 cup each of maraschino and triple sec, 2 bottles champagne, and juice from 12 lemons—scale proportionally for guest count.

Should champagne punch be served cold?

Yes—chill all ingredients beforehand and serve over ice or with a block of ice in the punch bowl to keep it cold throughout service.

Can I substitute the champagne?

Prosecco or Spanish cava work as budget-friendly alternatives; avoid fully dry varieties if the maraschino and triple sec are your primary sweetness sources.