Kentucky Punch is a chilled bourbon-based citrus punch combining thawed frozen orange and lemonade concentrates, fresh lemon juice, and lemon-lime soda. It's designed as a make-ahead batch drink for gatherings.
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Stir all ingredients except soda in large container and chill.
Pour into punch bowl over large block of ice and stir in soda.
Serve in punch cups.
Mix the non-carbonated base (bourbon, concentrates, and lemon juice) in a pitcher and refrigerate up to 24 hours; add soda immediately before serving for optimal carbonation.
Yes—mix bourbon and juice concentrates up to 24 hours ahead. Add soda and ice just before serving to maintain carbonation.
Use a mid-range bourbon ($25–40)—high enough quality to taste good, but not so premium that mixing diminishes its character.
Double or triple all ingredients proportionally. Use a large pitcher or punch bowl and increase ice volume accordingly.
Yes—omit the bourbon and add 1 liter of ginger ale or club soda for body and carbonation.
Frozen concentrates deliver consistent, balanced citrus flavor without requiring fresh juice from many lemons and oranges.
