Classic Claret Cup
A classic British punch, the Claret Cup is a refreshing alcoholic beverage perfect for social gatherings. It traditionally combines claret, brandy, and various fruits, often topped with sparkling water or soda. Its vibrant color and fruity notes make it a popular choice for summer events.
By CuocoMitra · Published · Updated 30 July 2026
- Total time
- Prep
- Serves
- 8
- Per serving
- 171kcal
- Difficulty
- easy
Classic Claret Cup is a easy Claret Cup recipe that serves 8 and takes 15 minutes. It uses 8 ingredients across 4 steps. Each serving provides about 171.06 calories.
Ingredients
8 ingredients for 8 servings. Open any ingredient for its nutrition detail.
Red Table WineChilled, a good quality red Bordeaux blend750 mlRed wine
BeveragesFermented beveragesIn this recipe: 750 ml, Chilled, a good quality red Bordeaux blend
Per 100 g
Calories85 kcalProtein0.07gCarbs2.61gFat0gFiber0gCommon portions
fl oz 1 undetermined 29.4 g serving (5 fl oz) 1 undetermined 147 g BeverageFlavor enhancerAcidFruityTannicAcidic
BrandyChilled150 mlDistilled spirit from Vitis vinifera or other fermented fruit sources
BeveragesDistilled alcoholic beverageIn this recipe: 150 ml, Chilled
Per 100 g
Calories236 kcalProtein0gCarbs0gFat0gFiber0gCommon portions
1 tbsp 1 tbsp 15 g 1 fl oz 1 fl oz 29.6 g 100 g 100 g 100 g FlavoringDeglazing liquidAroma builderWarmFruityWoody
Raw Oranges with PeelThinly sliced1 mediumOranges, raw, with peel
Fruits and Fruit Juicessr_legacyIn this recipe: 1 medium, Thinly sliced
Per 100 g
Calories63 kcalProtein1.3gCarbs15.5gFat0.3gFiber4.5gCommon portions
fruit without seeds 1 undetermined 159 g cup 1 undetermined 170 g Flavor enhancerAcidSweetenerSweetSourCitrus
Raw Lemons, Without PeelThinly sliced1 mediumLemons, raw, without peel
Fruits and Fruit Juicessr_legacyIn this recipe: 1 medium, Thinly sliced
Per 100 g
Calories29 kcalProtein1.1gCarbs9.32gFat0.3gFiber2.8gCommon portions
wedge or slice (1/8 of one 2-1/8" dia lemon) 1 undetermined 7 g fruit (2-1/8" dia) 1 undetermined 58 g NLEA serving 1 undetermined 58 g fruit (2-3/8" dia) 1 undetermined 84 g AcidFlavor enhancerGarnishSourCitrusyBright
CucumberThinly sliced or ribboned0.5 mediumCucumis sativus
GourdsIn this recipe: 0.5 medium, Thinly sliced or ribboned
Per 100 g
Calories15 kcalProtein0.65gCarbs3.63gFat0.11gFiber0.5gCommon portions
cup slices 0.5 undetermined 52 g cucumber (8-1/4") 1 undetermined 301 g RefreshmentTexture enhancerGarnishFreshMildWatery
Granulated SugarAdjust to taste75 gSugars, granulated
Sweetssr_legacyIn this recipe: 75 g, Adjust to taste
Per 100 g
Calories387 kcalProtein0gCarbs100gFat0gFiber0gCommon portions
serving 1 cube 1 undetermined 2.3 g serving packet 1 undetermined 2.8 g tsp 1 undetermined 4.2 g cup 1 undetermined 200 g SweetenerCaramelizerTexturizerSweetNeutralGritty
Club SodaChilled, or sparkling water500 mlBeverages, carbonated, club soda
Beveragessr_legacyIn this recipe: 500 ml, Chilled, or sparkling water
Per 100 g
Calories0 kcalProtein0gCarbs0gFat0gFiber0gCommon portions
fl oz 1 undetermined 29.6 g can or bottle (12 fl oz) 1 undetermined 355 g can or bottle (16 fl oz) 1 undetermined 474 g BeverageMixerDiluentNeutralMineralBriny
Ice CubesPlenty of ice cubes500 gIce Cubes
WatercustomIn this recipe: 500 g, Plenty of ice cubes
Per 100 g
Calories0 kcalProtein0gCarbs0gFat0gFiber0gCommon portions
1 ml 25 g Cooling agentDiluentNeutralHardCrisp
What you’ll need
5 tools across 4 steps.
Method
- 1
Prepare the Fruits
Begin by preparing your fresh fruits. Thinly slice the 1 medium orange and 1 medium lemon. For the 0.5 medium cucumber, you can either slice it thinly into rounds or use a vegetable peeler to create elegant ribbons. Set aside a few slices of each for garnish.
For an extra touch, you can chill your fruits in the refrigerator before slicing to ensure they are crisp and refreshing.
- 2
Combine Liquids and Sugar
In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the 750 ml chilled claret wine and 150 ml chilled brandy. Add the 75 g granulated sugar and stir well until the sugar has completely dissolved. This ensures a smooth, evenly sweetened drink.
Taste a small amount of the mixture before adding ice and soda water to adjust the sweetness to your preference. You can add more sugar if desired.
- 3
Add Fruits and Ice
Gently add the prepared orange, lemon, and cucumber slices to the punch bowl. Stir lightly to combine. Now, add a generous amount of 500 g ice to the bowl. The ice will help keep the punch perfectly chilled.
Consider freezing some fruit slices (like orange or lemon) in advance to use as decorative ice cubes that won't dilute your drink as quickly.
Timer: 2 min
punch bowl - 4
Top with Soda Water and Serve
Just before serving, slowly pour in the 500 ml chilled soda water (or sparkling water) to top off the punch. Stir gently once more to incorporate. The fizz from the soda water adds a delightful effervescence to the Claret Cup. Serve immediately in individual glasses, garnished with extra fruit slices if desired. This recipe makes approximately 8 servings.
Add the soda water right before serving to maintain its fizziness. For a stronger flavor, you can infuse the claret and brandy with the fruit slices for an hour or two in the refrigerator before adding sugar and soda water.
Nutrition
Per serving, across 8 servings.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Whole recipe |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 171.1 kcal | 1368.5 kcal |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 3.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 15.5 g | 123.8 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.6 g |
| Fibre | 1 g | 8 g |
| Sodium | 17.8 mg | 142.6 mg |
Computed from the matched ingredient data rather than entered by hand, with 100% of ingredients matched. Treat it as a close estimate, not a clinical figure.
How it tastes
- Sweet
- 3 out of 5
- Sour
- 2 out of 5
- Bitter
- 1 out of 5
- Herbal
- 1 out of 5
Texture
Mood
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