Apple Cider Ginger Punch

Step 1

Core apple and cut into thin slices. Cut orange and lemon into thin slices, creating wheels, discard ends.

Step 2

Add the fruit and cinnamon sticks to a 2.5-quart pitcher.

Step 3

Pour lemon juice, apple cider, and ginger ale into the pitcher. Add whiskey if desired.

Step 4

Give the punch a quick stir to combine everything.  Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let everything marry together.