Holly Jolly Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch Recipe
Published Dec 13, 2023
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Nothing rings in the holiday season better than a festive drink that everyone can enjoy! This holly jolly non-alcoholic Christmas punch is made with a blend of sweet fruit juices, sparkling white grape juice, cinnamon sticks, orange slices, and whole cranberries for garnish. A fun, festive, and delicious beverage for any party or gathering!
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What Makes This Recipe Great
Tis the season of Christmas celebrations, festive gatherings, and holiday parties! Whether you’re hosting a fun Christmas party or Christmas Dinner, you’re gonna need the perfect holiday drink that the whole family will love. And guys, I’ve made it! Adding a little extra holiday spirit to your table this year, I’ve got the perfect holiday drink recipe! Enter my Holly Jolly Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch Recipe!
This easy Christmas punch recipe features sweet flavors from a combination of cranberry, apple, pineapple, and orange fruit juices, cinnamon sticks, and fresh fruit to top and decorate. It’s a beautiful, delicious holiday party drink that’s completely alcohol-free. It comes together in a matter of minutes and is seriously the perfect holiday drink full of fruity flavor and holiday cheer.
All you need is a large punch bowl, ice (or my fun wreath ice cubes below!), and a handful of simple ingredients from your local grocery store. You will love this non-alcoholic version, but I’ve included instructions to add alcohol if desired. Happy holidays!
Ingredient Notes
Festive Punch Recipe
- cranberry juice: I like no-sugar-added juices, but choose your favorite. Keep in mind that the sweetness level will change depending on the sugars added to each juice.
- pineapple juice
- orange juice
- frozen apple juice concentrate: You’ll find this in the frozen section of the grocery store.
- sparkling white grape juice
- cinnamon sticks
- orange slices
- whole cranberries
Wreath Ice Cubes (Optional)
- mini bundt mold
- cranberries
- rosemary
- water or juice
Step-by-Step Instructions
Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch
- To a punch bowl, add all the ingredients except for the ice cubes. Mix with a spoon, then add the fresh cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and orange slices to the punch. Ten minutes before serving, incorporate the wreath-shaped ice cubes.
Wreath Ice Cubes
- Fill the bottom of the bundt cake with rosemary and cranberries. Do not fill to the top of the molds, just the bottom. Add water or juice over the berries and rosemary. Place in the freezer overnight.
Mac’s Pro Tips
Expert Tips
- Simple syrup: I found the sweetness from the juices was sufficient and didn’t need added sugar, but if you’re looking for a sweeter punch, feel free to add simple syrup. I recommend adding a tablespoon at a time until the desired sweetness is reached.
- Alcoholic Punch Recipe: If you’d like to “spike” the punch, add 2 to 2.5 cups of your favorite gin, bourbon, or vodka.
Serving Tips
If you’re making this punch at the last minute and don’t have time for the wreath ice rings, regular ice cubes will do the trick! Add them right before serving.
To make it ahead of time, combine all ingredients (except the sparkling grape juice) in your punch bowl, cover the top with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. When ready to serve, uncover, add the sparkling grape juice and ice, and serve.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! If you’d like to make this a cocktail punch, simply add 2 to 2.5 cups of your favorite liquor– vodka, gin, or bourbon.
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Holly Jolly Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch Recipe
Ingredients
- 5 cups cranberry juice
- 4 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 12 oz apple juice concentrate frozen
- 25.4 oz bottle sparkling white grape juice 6 cups
- 7-8 cinnamon sticks
- 8 slices orange
- 1 cup Cranberries
Spiked Option
- 2-2 1/2 cups gin,vodka or bourbon
Wreath Ice Cubes
- mini bundt mold
- cranberries
- rosemary
- water or juice
Instructions
Punch
- To a punch bowl, add all the ingredients except for the ice cubes. Mix with a spoon, then add the fresh cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and orange slices to the punch. Ten minutes before serving, incorporate the wreath-shaped ice cubes.
Wreath Ice Cubes
- Fill the bottom of the bundt cake with rosemary and cranberries. Do not fill to the top of the molds, just the bottom. Add water or juice over the berries and rosemary. Add to the freezer overnight.
Notes
Expert Tips
- Simple syrup: I found the sweetness from the juices was sufficient and didn’t need added sugar, but if you’re looking for a sweeter punch, feel free to add simple syrup. I recommend adding a tablespoon at a time until the desired sweetness is reached.
- Alcoholic Punch Recipe: If you’d like to “spike” the punch, add 2 to 2.5 cups of your favorite gin, bourbon, or vodka.
Serving Tips
If you’re making this punch at the last minute and don’t have time for the wreath ice rings, regular ice cubes will do the trick! Add them right before serving. To make it ahead of time, combine all ingredients (except the sparkling grape juice) in your punch bowl, cover the top with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. When ready to serve, uncover, add the sparkling grape juice and ice, and serve.Equipment
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
