Description
This festive Christmas Punch combines a refreshing blend of cranberry-pineapple and orange juices with the fizzy zest of lemon-lime soda, balanced by vodka, raspberry liqueur, and sweet grenadine. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it’s a delightful and colorful beverage that pleases guests with its sweet and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids and Mixers
- 2 cups cranberry-pineapple juice blend
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda (like 7-Up or Sprite)
- ½ cup vodka
- ½ cup raspberry liqueur
- ½ cup grenadine
Garnish and Serving
- Ice for the glass
- Fresh orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a 1.5 litre pitcher or punch bowl, pour in the cranberry-pineapple juice blend, orange juice, lemon-lime soda, vodka, raspberry liqueur, and grenadine. Stir gently to mix all the flavors well.
- Add Ice: Top the punch with ice to chill and keep the drink refreshing.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh orange slices for a festive touch before serving.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the vodka and raspberry liqueur.
- You can adjust the amount of grenadine to make the punch sweeter or more tart according to taste.
- Use fresh citrus slices like lemon or lime as alternative garnishes for extra color and aroma.
- Make the punch ahead of time but add the soda and ice just before serving to maintain fizz and chill.
