This non alcoholic Christmas punch is the perfect drink for your holiday parties. If your Christmas party includes little ones, moms-to-be, or anyone that just wants to pass on the alcohol, a festive non-alcoholic holiday punch is a must.
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- 💚Reasons You'll Love This Recipe
- 🛒Ingredients
- 🎄How To Make Non Alcoholic Christmas Punch
- 🍹Garnishes For Non Alcoholic Christmas Punch
- 💡Variations On Non Alcoholic Holiday Punch
- ❄️Storage Instructions
- 🙋Frequently Asked Questions
- You Might Also Enjoy These Vegan Christmas Recipes
- 📖 Recipe
- ❄️Storage Instructions
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Planning a holiday bash and aiming for an inclusive spread? Smart move! I've got the perfect non-alcoholic Christmas punch recipe for you.
Packed with lively fruits and a fizzy kick, it's a surefire hit for any festive gathering, ensuring everyone, including the little ones, can join in the celebration. And hey, if you're feeling a bit spirited, you can even whip up a boozy version alongside the non-alcoholic punch. I've given you directions below.
Now, all you need is a gorgeous charcuterie board for the grown ups and some adorable vegan pigs-in-blankets for the kiddos to host the perfect holiday party.
💚Reasons You'll Love This Recipe
💚I've only used easy-to-find ingredients in this holiday punch recipe, so no hunting around for obscure syrups and spices!
💚 You can easily tweak the sweetness and spice to suit your personal taste.
💚 You can make non-alcoholic Christmas punch in a matter of minutes. Then, leave it in your fridge to chill until your party. The flavors will intensify as it chills.
🛒Ingredients
- Cranberries: You can use fresh or frozen cranberries in this recipe.
- Oranges: The oranges should be sliced really thin. They add a pop of color and some extra flavor to the punch.
- Apples: Like the oranges the apples should be sliced really thin and used to garnish the punch.
- Cranberry Juice: I like to use low-sugar cranberry juice, but it's up to you.
- Cinnamon & Nutmeg: Cinnamon and nutmeg add that festive flavor to your Christmas punch.
- Lemon Juice: Lemon juice adds a nice background twang that balances out the sweetness of the other juices.
- Maple Syrup: Maple syrup is what we'll be using to sweeten this punch. If you want to know more about the suitability of maple syrup for a vegan diet see this post: Is Maple Syrup Vegan?
- Apple Juice: Fresh juice, as opposed to juice from concentrate, always produces the best punch, but it will still be good even if you use a concentrated juice.
- Orange Juice: I like freshly squeezed orange juice in this recipe, but orange juice from concentrate will also work.
- Ginger Ale: Ginger ale adds the fizz in this recipe. You could also use club soda, but it you may need to add a touch more maple syrup for extra sweetness.
🎄How To Make Non Alcoholic Christmas Punch
- In a large punch bowl, combine cranberry juice, apple juice, orange juice, and fresh lemon juice.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup until it's well dissolved. Adjust sweetness to your liking.
- Add ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg to the mixture. Stir well to ensure even distribution of spices.
- Toss in slices of orange and apple into the punch bowl. Add fresh or frozen cranberries for a festive touch.
- Let the punch chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, pour in the chilled ginger ale or sparkling water. This adds a delightful fizz to your punch.
- Add ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep it refreshingly cool. You can also serve this non alcoholic holiday punch in a pitcher or a large drink dispenser.
- Give the punch a gentle stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Ladle the non-alcoholic Christmas punch into glasses, making sure to include some fruit slices and cranberries in each serving.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top if desired.
🍹Garnishes For Non Alcoholic Christmas Punch
Non alcoholic Christmas punch is essentially a mocktail. Why not add a beautiful garnish to your glasses or directly to your punch bowl. Here's a few ideas:
1. Sugared Cranberries
- Dip fresh cranberries in water, then roll them in fine sugar until coated.
- Place them on a parchment-lined tray to dry for about an hour.
- Use as a festive and sweet garnish!
2. Twisted Orange Peels
- Peel an orange in long strips, avoiding the bitter white pith.
- Twist the peels gently and place them on a tray.
- Let them dry for a couple of hours before adorning your punch.
3. Rosemary Sprigs
- Select fresh rosemary sprigs.
- Rinse and pat them dry.
- Place them in the punch for a fragrant and visually appealing touch.
4. Cranberry Ice Cubes
- Place fresh cranberries in ice cube trays.
- Fill with water and freeze.
- Add these festive ice cubes to your punch for a pop of color.
💡Variations On Non Alcoholic Holiday Punch
Feel free to use this recipe as a template, and put your own creative twist on your Christmas punch. Here's a few ideas:
❄️Storage Instructions
After preparing the punch, store any leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator. The cold temperature helps preserve the freshness of the fruit and prevents the growth of bacteria. For the best quality and flavor, I recommend consuming the punch within 24 to 48 hours. Beyond this time frame, the texture and taste of the fruit may start to change.
The ginger ale may lose its fizziness over time. If this happens, you can add adding fresh ginger ale or sparkling water when serving the punch.
🙋Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can! To add a festive twist, you can incorporate a splash of vodka or rum into this non-alcoholic Christmas punch. Start with a modest amount, like 1-2 cups, and adjust according to your preferences. It's a delightful way to create a spirited version for those who enjoy a boozy kick during holiday celebrations.
To serve punch, start by ensuring everything is well-chilled, including the punch and any mixers. Add ice cubes just before serving to keep it cool without diluting too quickly. Arrange garnishes like citrus slices or berries in the punch. Use ladles or a punch scoop for easy serving, and consider pre-filling glasses or setting up a punch station for your guests. Use festive glassware to complete the presentation!
I wouldn't recommend freezing the entire Christmas punch, as it might affect the overall taste and texture upon thawing. However, for a convenient make-ahead option, you can freeze individual fruit slices separately to use as both decorative elements and a way to keep the punch cool without dilution. You could also make festive ice cubes by freezing cranberries or slices of citrus to add a touch of holiday charm to each glass.
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📖 Recipe
Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice
- 2 cups apple juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 orange sliced
- 1 apple sliced
- 1 cup cranberries fresh or frozen
- 3 cups ginger ale or sparkling water chilled
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a large punch bowl, combine cranberry juice, apple juice, orange juice, and fresh lemon juice.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup until it's well dissolved. Adjust sweetness to your liking.
- Add ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg to the mixture. Stir well to ensure even distribution of spices.
- Toss in slices of orange and apple into the punch bowl. Add fresh or frozen cranberries for a festive touch.
- Let the punch chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, pour in the chilled ginger ale or sparkling water. This adds a delightful fizz to your punch.
- Add ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep it refreshingly cool.
- Give the punch a gentle stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Ladle the non-alcoholic Christmas punch into glasses, making sure to include some fruit slices and cranberries in each serving.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top if desired.
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