Description
This non-alcoholic Christmas punch is a perfect holiday beverage made with cranberry juice, orange juice, and ginger ale, infused with festive spices like cinnamon and star anise. It’s a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink that’s easy to prepare and customizable for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 4 cups sweetened cranberry juice
- 2 cups 100% pure orange juice (without pulp)
- 2 cups ginger ale
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2–3 whole cinnamon sticks
- 2–3 star anise pods
- Fresh thyme sprigs (or rosemary) for garnish
Instructions
- In a large punch bowl, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, lime zest, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.
- Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, add ginger ale and stir gently.
- Add ice cubes to keep the punch chilled.
- Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs or rosemary, and additional lime slices or cranberries if desired.
Notes
- For a less sweet option, use diet ginger ale or sparkling water.
- Enhance presentation with a decorative ice ring made with cranberries and citrus slices.
- To make it kid-friendly and visually appealing, add fresh cranberries and pomegranate seeds as garnish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
