Hey friends!
The holidays are just around the corner, and I’ve got a festive drink for you!
Today, I’m excited to share my Christmas cranberry lemonade punch.
It’s sweet, tart, and super refreshing. Plus, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings!
Trust me, this punch will be a hit at your next party.
Let’s get mixing and make this season a little brighter!
Possible Ingredient Alternatives
Cranberry apple juice can be replaced with a blend of pure cranberry juice and apple juice to control sugar content, or with pomegranate juice for a similar tart-sweet profile. Adjust the ratio to taste. Ginger ale can be substituted with sparkling water or club soda for a less sweet version, adding a splash of ginger syrup or muddled fresh ginger for flavor. For a non-alcoholic alternative to vodka or sparkling wine, use white grape juice or a non-alcoholic sparkling cider to maintain the festive effervescence. These substitutions allow for customization based on dietary preferences while preserving the punch’s refreshing and celebratory character. Adjust sweetness levels as needed when making these substitutions.
Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
Cooking Time | 0-0 minutes |
Total Time | 10-15 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):
- Calories: 800-900
- Protein: 0-1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 200-220 g
Ingredients
- 6 cups ice
- 1 1/2 l cranberry apple juice
- 1 l ginger ale
- Lime slices
- Fresh mint sprigs
- Vodka (optional)
- Sparkling wine (optional)
Step 1: Prepare the Glasses with Ice
Begin by filling six tall glasses with ice, using about six cups of ice in total.
This will help keep the drinks cool and refreshing.
Step 2: Add Cranberry Apple Juice
Evenly divide 1.5 liters of cranberry apple juice among the six glasses.
This should be approximately 1 cup of juice per glass.
Step 3: Pour in the Ginger Ale
Next, pour 1 liter of ginger ale evenly into each glass, aiming for about 3/4 of a cup per glass.
This will add a fizzy and refreshing element to the drink.
Step 4: Mix and Combine
Using a spoon or stirrer, gently stir each glass to combine the cranberry apple juice with the ginger ale.
Be careful not to over-stir to maintain the fizziness of the ginger ale.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
To finish off your refreshing beverages, garnish each glass with a slice of lime and a sprig of fresh mint.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing blend of flavors!