Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch Recipe
This festive Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch is a refreshing and colorful holiday beverage perfect for parties and family gatherings. Combining the tartness of cranberry juice, the citrus zing from fresh oranges, and the frosty sweetness of orange sherbet, it creates a delightful, bubbly punch topped with fresh cranberries and orange slices for a cheerful presentation.
- Author: Ava
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Main Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups Orange Sherbet
- 64 ounces Cranberry Juice Cocktail (chilled)
- 2 liters Ginger Ale Soda (chilled; can substitute with lemon-lime soda)
- 2 Fresh Oranges (sliced; 1 for punch, extras for garnish)
- 1 cup Fresh Cranberries (plus extra for garnish)
- Slice Oranges: Begin by washing and slicing the two fresh oranges. Set aside slices for adding into the punch and for garnishing individual glasses.
- Add Orange Sherbet: Place 3 1/2 to 4 cups of orange sherbet into a large punch bowl, which will add creaminess and sweetness to the punch.
- Pour Cranberry Juice: Slowly pour 64 ounces of chilled cranberry juice cocktail over the sherbet to blend the flavors and start forming the punch base.
- Add Ginger Ale: Pour 2 liters of chilled ginger ale soda into the punch bowl and gently mix all the ingredients to combine without breaking the sherbet completely.
- Garnish the Punch: Add 1 cup of fresh cranberries and several slices of fresh orange to the punch bowl for garnish and to infuse subtle citrus notes.
- Set Up Garnishes for Guests: Place extra orange slices on small plates or bowls and a separate bowl of fresh cranberries nearby so guests can add additional garnishes to their individual glasses as desired.
Notes
- For a slightly different flavor, you can substitute lemon-lime soda for ginger ale.
- To keep the punch chilled longer, prepare with some of the ingredients chilled or add ice cubes just before serving.
- This punch contains no alcohol, making it perfect for all ages at holiday celebrations.
- Use fresh cranberries and oranges for the best flavor and appearance.
- If you prefer a less sweet punch, adjust the amount of sherbet accordingly.
Keywords: Holiday Punch, Non-Alcoholic Punch, Christmas Drink, Festive Beverage, Orange Sherbet Punch, Cranberry Juice Cocktail, Ginger Ale Punch