Description
Christmas Punch is a refreshing and festive holiday drink that combines cranberry-pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon-lime soda, vodka, raspberry liqueur, and grenadine. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this easy-to-make punch is vibrant, fruity, and delightfully bubbly, garnished with fresh orange slices for a cheerful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 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
Garnishes
- Ice for the glass
- Fresh orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Juices and Alcohol: In a 1.5 litre pitcher or punch bowl, pour the cranberry-pineapple juice blend, orange juice, vodka, raspberry liqueur, and grenadine. Stir gently to mix all the ingredients together evenly.
- Add Lemon-Lime Soda: Slowly stir in the lemon-lime soda to retain its fizz and contribute a pleasant sparkle to the punch.
- Serve: Top the punch with ice to keep it chilled and garnish with fresh orange slices for a festive touch. Serve immediately in glasses.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the vodka and raspberry liqueur and replace with additional lemon-lime soda or sparkling water.
- Prepare the punch just before serving to keep the soda from going flat.
- Use fresh orange slices for best appearance and flavor.
- This recipe serves 5 standard servings.
