Description
This festive Christmas Punch is a refreshing and vibrant holiday beverage perfect for gatherings. Combining cranberry juice, orange juice, lemon lime soda, and a hint of vanilla, it’s a delightful mix of sweet and tangy flavors garnished with fresh orange slices and frozen cranberries to keep it cool and colorful.
Ingredients
Scale
Juices and Soda
- 12 cups cranberry juice or cranberry cocktail
- 6 cups orange juice
- 4 cups lemon lime soda
Flavorings and Garnishes
- 2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 orange (sliced)
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
- Ice cubes (quantity as desired)
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a large punch bowl, combine the cranberry juice, orange juice, lemon lime soda, and vanilla extract. Stir well to blend all the flavors evenly.
- Add Ice and Garnishes: Add ice cubes to chill the punch thoroughly. Then, float the orange slices and frozen cranberries on top to enhance the festive look and keep the punch cool.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, use cranberry cocktail for a sweeter punch or pure cranberry juice for a tarter flavor.
- To make it an adult beverage, consider adding a splash of rum or vodka.
- Frozen cranberries act as festive ice cubes and help keep the punch cold without diluting the flavor.
- Prepare the punch shortly before serving to maintain the carbonation of the soda.
- Adjust sweetness by choosing cranberry cocktail or pure cranberry juice depending on preference.
