Holiday Cocktail Punch

Twinkle lights are being hung and it's time again to start planning those holiday gatherings. EPIC Vodka has a couple of punch recipes to help make this season even more memorable.

Made with vodka imported from France, EPIC is inspired by centuries-old distilling traditions and is made with hand-selected wheat harvested from the Champagne region in France. The vodka is distilled in the Cognac region and delivers a clean, crisp taste at an attractive price point.

"It's all about the memories you make with good family and friends during the holidays," said Tracey Clapp, marketing director, vodka. "These holiday punch recipes from EPIC Vodka are an easy and delicious way to make the most out of time spent with the people that you love."

Named for the great moments found in our lives, EPIC Vodka is a favorite during the holidays when there are so many exciting moments to be had. During the season that's all about sharing, what better way to do that than with an inviting punch bowl promising delicious seasonal flavors?

"At an accessible price point, EPIC Vodka takes the pressure off the host to create something special that will have all the guests talking," Clapp said.

EPIC received a 92/Excellent/Strongly Recommended rating at the 2013 Ultimate Spirits Competition.

The brand is available in 1.75 ml, Liter, 750 ml and 50 ml. Suggested retail pricing for EPIC 750 ml is $12.99.

EPIC Holiday Cocktail Recipes:

(Note: High Res Photos of all cocktails are available)

Peach Rosemary Mule Punch.1/2 Cup Water
1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
1 Sprig of Fresh Rosemary
60 Ounces Ginger Beer
Juice from 2 Limes
8 Ounces Water
8 Ounces EPIC Peach Vodka

Add sugar, water, and rosemary to a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat and mix until sugar dissolves completely. Let slightly cool.

Combine ginger beer, lime juice, water and vodka in a large punch bowl. Mix in the rosemary simple syrup. Garnish punch with fresh thyme sprigs and lime slices. Serve over ice.

Pumpkin Pie Punch24 Ounces Apple Cider
12 Ounces Water
16 Ounces Hard Cider
8 Ounces EPIC Classic Vodka
1/2 Cup Canned Pumpkin Puree
1/4 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
1/4 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg

Combine all ingredients in a large punch bowl. Use a whisk to mix and break apart the pumpkin puree. Garnish punch with slices of apple and oranges. Serve over ice.

All recipes and photos are by Stefanie Bundalo, http://www.sarcasticcooking.com/.

EPIC vodka is available in a classic unflavored vodka at 80 proof plus nine different flavors in 70 proof each; Peach, Whipped Cream, Kiwi Strawberry, Cherry, Cake, Citrus, Grape, Red Berry and Coconut.  The brand is supported at retail by case cards, large displays, channel cards and recipe booklets.