Description
Christmas Punch is a festive and refreshing holiday drink that combines the tartness of cranberries and pomegranates with the sweetness of orange and lemon-lime soda. This versatile punch can be enjoyed as a non-alcoholic beverage or spiked with white rum for an extra seasonal kick. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for holiday parties, garnished with fresh fruit and rosemary for a colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Garnish
- 1 orange, sliced, plus extra slices for garnish
- 1 cup cranberries, plus extra for garnish
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
- Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
Liquid Ingredients
- 2 cups cranberry juice (100% pure, unsweetened recommended, e.g., Ocean Spray)
- 2 cups orange juice (brands like Simply, Natalie’s, or Uncle Matt’s recommended)
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (e.g., POM brand recommended)
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda (Starry, Sprite, or 7Up recommended)
- 1 cup white rum (optional)
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Add the sliced orange, 1 cup of cranberries, and ½ cup of pomegranate seeds into a large pitcher or punch bowl. This fruit mixture forms the vibrant and flavorful base of the punch.
- Add the Juices: Pour in 2 cups of cranberry juice, 2 cups of orange juice, and 1 cup of pomegranate juice. These juices blend to create a balanced, fruity flavor profile.
- Mix in Soda and Alcohol: Carefully add 2 cups of lemon-lime soda to add fizziness and brightness. If desired, stir in 1 cup of white rum or your preferred alcohol to make it an adult beverage.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the punch over ice in glasses. Garnish each glass with fresh rosemary sprigs, extra orange slices, and cranberries for a festive touch. For added fun, consider making Christmas-themed ice cubes with fruit inside.
Notes
- This punch is versatile; keep it non-alcoholic or add rum or vodka for holiday cheer.
- Use fresh, high-quality juices for the best flavor.
- Double the recipe for larger gatherings by using a gallon-sized punch bowl or dispenser.
- For a decorative presentation, freeze cranberries and pomegranate seeds in ice cubes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (1 serving)
- Calories: 189
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 11 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
