Bubbly, festive, and a total snap to stir together, this easy Christmas Punch is refreshing, filled with seasonal pomegranate flavor, and not overly sweet. In less than 5 minutes you’ll have a lovely, useful centerpiece for any holiday party! If you love this, you will also love my Berry Rhubarb Punch, Peach Nectar Punch and Mango Citrus Punch.
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Fa la la la! Christmas is here and I couldn’t be more excited! Bring on the mall Santas and cookie swaps, this girl is ready for it. Now I know this year has been a little crazy but y’all, there’s nothing that the holiday spirit (or a glass of spirit) can’t handle. You feel me?
Today, I’m sharing the sweetest, cheeriest, holly jolliest holiday drink of all time: Christmas Punch. I’m talking about a big bowl full of joy here people!
This Christmas Punch recipe is a twist on a classic family party punch recipe. It brings back such fond memories of holiday seasons filled with family and friends. It’s as delicious as it is gorgeous, and it makes the most incredible addition to any holiday celebration!
WHAT IS CHRISTMAS PUNCH?
Christmas Punch is a holiday party must have! It’s a delicious blend of fruit juices and soda that can be served with or without alcohol. This large batch, easy-to-make cocktail or mocktail is perfect for serving at any holiday function!
HOW TO MAKE CHRISTMAS PUNCH
This Christmas punch is so simple, which means you can throw it together right before the party, and it will be ready before the guests hit the doorstep!
These ingredients make whipping up this punch super fast and crazy delicious:
- Tropical Punch Kool-Aid– kool-aid is a classic! Fruity, sweet and fun, this drink mix is the ultimate hack for a well-balanced, flavorful punch.
- Frozen Pink Lemonade Concentrate- I’m a big fan of a punch that’s got a little tang to it. Pink lemonade is the perfect way to introduce acidity.
- Pomegranate Juice– sour, earthy and full-bodied, pomegranate introduces a rich, fruity component to this drink.
- Ginger Ale– who doesn’t love a little fizz in their cocktail? Ginger Ale can also be substituted with ginger beer or 7up.
- Granulated Sugar– I prefer a sweeter punch because overtime it does dilute a bit (once the ice is added) but, if you prefer a little less, feel free to adjust the measurement or omit completely.
- Water- a little H2O thins out the mixture, creating more volume and allowing those sugars to disperse a bit.
- Pomegranate Seeds, Herb Sprigs and Cranberries– what’s a party with a few decorations? Dress up your punch to get that true WOW factor!
TIP: Use chilled ingredients! If the soda and juices are cold beforehand you don’t need to add as much ice, therefore it won’t be as diluted.
SPIKE IT!
Listen, the holidays are stressful enough as it is. Crowded malls, holiday wrapping paper cuts and burnt cookies are at the top of my Christmas stress list. With that being said, when it comes to potlucks and parties, I’m the one making a beeline for the nearest saucy sip.
If you’re like me (and in need of a strong slurp or two), try adding a light rum, vodka, gin or red wine to this recipe! Just be sure to notify your guests and keep it away from children.
WHAT SHOULD I SERVE IT IN?
So, you’ve mixed up a batch of jolly juice and now you’re wondering, what should I be serving it in? Just about any large stainless steel, glass or even plastic serving/mixing bowl will work! Carafes and beverage dispensers are great options as well.
If you’re serving this punch at a holiday party or potluck, I suggest investing in a glass punch bowl; they’re see-through, so you can dress up your punch with decoration and wait for the impending ooo’s and ahh’s.
Need a few suggestions? Check out a few of my favorites below!
- Drink and Be Merry Ceramic Holiday Beverage Dispenser
- Marva Beverage Dispenser
- Britta Optic 3-Gallon Punch Bowl
- Libbey Selene 9 Piece Punch Bowl Set
GRANDBABY CAKES’ MERRIEST MOCK & COCKTAILS
‘Tis the season for spicy, sweet, bubbly and festive drinks galore! Don’t miss the opportunity to dust off the cocktail shaker, polish your glasses and pour yourself the refreshing sip you deserve!
Start the party with some of my BEST holiday mocktails and cocktails:
- PEPPERMINT EGGNOG WHITE HOT COCOA
- HOLIDAY PARTY DIY TIPS AND BUBBLY COCKTAILS
- POMEGRANATE ORANGE CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL
- CHOCOLATE MARTINI
Easy Christmas Punch
Ingredients
- 0.28 oz Tropical Punch Kool aid packets 2 0.14 packets
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 cups water
- 1 cup frozen pink lemonade concentrate thawed
- 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
- 4 cups ginger ale
- Pomegranate seeds, green and cranberries for garnish
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Stir in pomegranate seeds and cranberries and serve.
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This punch looks beautiful, but also tastes SO good! Definitely serving this Christmas Day.
What a fun holiday punch, my family will love it!
This punch looks so refreshing. By the look of the picture, it looks so gorgeous. Can’t wait to make this for my family.
A great recipe just in time for my Christmas Eve party!
This punch is perfect for the holidays! So fun and refreshing!