Description
Celebrate the holidays with this refreshing Candy Cane Christmas Punch! Bursting with fruity flavors and a hint of mint, this festive drink is perfect for parties and gatherings. Easy to make and sure to impress, it can be enjoyed by both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cranberry juice
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups ginger ale (or lemon-lime soda for extra fizz)
- 1/2 cup peppermint syrup (or candy cane-flavored syrup)
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed for the best flavor)
- 6–8 small candy canes (for garnish and extra peppermint flavor)
- Crushed ice (for serving)
- Fresh cranberries, orange slices, and mint (optional garnish)
Optional Add-Ons:
- 1 cup vodka or white rum (for an adult version)
- Peppermint sticks or candy canes to crush and rim the glasses
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the cranberry juice, pineapple juice, orange juice, and lime juice. Stir well to mix all the juices together.
- Add Peppermint Syrup: Stir in the peppermint syrup (or candy cane syrup) to add a subtle minty freshness to your punch.
- Add the Fizz: Right before serving, pour in the ginger ale (or lemon-lime soda) to give the punch a fizzy, festive sparkle.
- Garnish and Decorate: Add crushed ice to each glass before serving. Garnish with candy canes hanging off the side of the glasses. Optionally, add fresh cranberries, orange slices, and mint leaves to the punch bowl.
- Serve and Enjoy: For a festive presentation, crush candy canes and rim your glasses by dipping the rims in water or juice, then pressing them into crushed candy cane pieces. Serve cold and enjoy!
Notes
- For an adult version, add vodka or white rum for a spirited twist.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of peppermint syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg