Description
A refreshing and vibrant Cranberry Pineapple Festive Punch that’s perfect for holiday gatherings and celebrations. This non-alcoholic drink combines tart cranberry juice with sweet pineapple and orange juices, enhanced by fresh lime juice and a touch of simple syrup for balanced sweetness. Chilled ginger ale adds a fizzy finish, while fresh cranberries and citrus slices provide a festive garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Juices and Syrups
- 3 cups cranberry juice (100% juice)
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (adjust to taste)
Carbonated Beverage
- 2 cups ginger ale or lemon-lime soda (chilled)
Garnishes and Extras
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- 1 orange (sliced)
- 1 lime (sliced)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Mix the Juices: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the cranberry juice, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Stir well to ensure all flavors are fully incorporated.
- Add Ice: Add ice cubes to the mixture and stir again to chill the punch thoroughly without diluting it too quickly.
- Incorporate the Ginger Ale: Just before serving, gently pour in the chilled ginger ale or lemon-lime soda and stir carefully to retain the carbonation.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the punch with fresh cranberries, orange slices, and lime slices. Serve immediately in glasses filled with ice to keep the drink cool and refreshing.
Notes
- For an alcoholic version, add 1 to 1 1/2 cups of vodka or rum to the punch.
- To make a frozen punch, blend the juice base with ice until smooth.
- Prepare the juice base a day ahead and refrigerate; add the ginger ale just before serving to keep the fizz intact.
