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Christmas Punch Recipe

November 19, 2025

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 0 mins

Total Time: 10 mins

Servings: 14

Ingredients

• 4 cups cranberry juice

• 3 cups apple cider

• 2 cups orange juice

• 1 liter ginger ale (chilled)

• 1 liter lemon-lime soda (chilled)

• 1 cup pomegranate juice (optional, for richer color)

• 1 cup fresh cranberries

• 1 cup pomegranate seeds

• 2 oranges, thinly sliced

• 1–2 cinnamon sticks

• Ice, as needed

• Fresh mint or rosemary sprigs for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Mix the Juices:

In a large punch bowl, combine cranberry juice, apple cider, orange juice, and pomegranate juice (if using). Stir well.

2. Add Sparkle:

Slowly pour in the ginger ale and lemon-lime soda. Stir gently to keep the punch fizzy.

3. Add Fruit & Spices:

Add cranberries, pomegranate seeds, orange slices, and cinnamon sticks to the punch.

4. Chill:

Add ice as needed, or cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours to allow flavors to blend.

5. Serve:

Ladle into glasses, garnish with mint or rosemary sprigs, and enjoy your festive holiday drink!