Christmas Holiday Punch Recipe with Ice Ring
A delicious blend of sweet pineapple juice, tart cranberry juice, bubbly ginger ale and some tangy lemonade come together to make the best Christmas punch recipe for your holiday celebrations.
Serving Size 32 8 ounce
Equipment
- 2 gallon Punch Bowl or beverage dispenser
- Bundt Cake Pan or bowl
Ingredients
- 46 ounces Pineapple Juice
- 64 ounces cranberry juice or cranberry juice cocktail
- 64 ounces lemonade or orange juice
- 2 liters ginger ale or lemon lime soda
- 2 oranges washed and sliced
- 1 bag fresh cranberries washed
- sprigs of rosemary or other herbs like mint
Instructions
To Make an Ice Ring
- In the bottom of a Bundt cake pan or bowl, pour water (or extra juice) about 1/2 inch deep.
- Arrange fresh cranberries on the bottom of the pan and then cover them with orange slices all around the pan. 1 bag fresh cranberries 2 oranges sprigs of rosemary
- Add more water (or juice) to cover all the orange slices and then top with more cranberries and fresh herbs.
- Arrange in an artistic way as this is how it will look once frozen.
- Cover with more water (or juice) till the pan is 3/4 full.
- Place cake pan on a baking sheet or plastic plate, and then place into the freezer for 6-8 hours or overnight till frozen solid.
To Make the Punch
- Pour all beverages together into a large punch bowl or beverage dispenser. 46 ounces Pineapple Juice 64 ounces cranberry juice 64 ounces lemonade 2 liters ginger ale
- Loosen the ice ring by running the pan under cool water till it thaws just enough to be removed from the pan.
- Place the ice ring into the punch bowl.
- Top with more garnishes if desired.
- Enjoy this simple but delicious Christmas punch!
Notes
Can I make holiday punch ahead of time?
Yes! You can mix the juices together ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator. However, wait to add any carbonated drinks, like ginger ale or lemon-lime soda, until just before serving to keep the punch fizzy. Also, add ice or an ice ring right before serving to keep it cold without diluting it too much.
Can I add sherbet to my holiday punch?
Yes, adding sherbet (like rainbow or raspberry) creates a creamy, frothy texture and adds a fun, nostalgic touch. Just keep in mind that it won’t be dairy-free, so check with guests for dietary needs.
What’s the best way to serve punch if I don’t have a punch bowl?
Use a beverage dispenser or a large pitcher instead. For added flair, make decorative ice cubes in silicone molds with fruit and herb garnishes that fit through the dispenser opening. See full post above for more details.