Description
Sparkling Cranberry Punch is a refreshing and festive beverage perfect for holiday gatherings. This vibrant punch combines the tartness of cranberry juice with the sweetness of orange and pineapple juices, finished with a fizzy splash of lemon-lime soda or sparkling water. Garnished with fresh cranberries and orange slices, it’s a delightful drink that’s naturally vegan and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Juices
- 3 cups cranberry juice (100% juice or cranberry cocktail)
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Other Liquids
- 1 liter lemon-lime soda or sparkling water (chilled)
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (optional, to taste)
Garnishes
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Mix the base juices: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and lime juice. Stir thoroughly to blend all the flavors.
- Add sweetness if desired: If you prefer a sweeter punch, stir in the simple syrup gradually, adjusting to taste. This step is optional and depends on your preference.
- Incorporate carbonation: Just before serving, gently stir in the chilled lemon-lime soda or sparkling water to give the punch a refreshing fizzy finish without losing the bubbles.
- Garnish and chill: Add ice cubes, fresh cranberries, and orange slices to the punch for visual appeal and to keep it cold. Serve immediately chilled in punch glasses or cups.
Notes
- Freeze cranberries and orange slices in ice cube trays with water or juice to keep the punch cold without diluting the flavor.
- For a festive mocktail or cocktail variation, add ginger ale for extra flavor or a splash of prosecco for an adult version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
