Description
This refreshing Christmas Punch No Alcohol is a festive and flavorful drink perfect for holiday gatherings. Combining sweet cranberry juice, zesty lime, warming cinnamon, aromatic star anise, and fresh thyme, all topped with bubbly ginger ale and citrusy orange juice, this non-alcoholic punch offers a vibrant balance of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors. Serve chilled and garnished with fresh cranberries and herbs for a delightful holiday treat suitable for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 64 ounces cranberry juice, sweetened
- 2 liters ginger ale
- 16 ounces orange juice
Flavorings & Spices
- 4 tablespoons lime zest
- 6 sticks cinnamon, whole
- 6 whole star anise
- 5 sprigs thyme
Garnishes
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large punch bowl, pour the cranberry juice, orange juice, and ginger ale. Stir gently to mix the liquids.
- Add Spices and Herbs: Add the whole cinnamon sticks, star anise, lime zest, and sprigs of thyme into the punch bowl. These ingredients will infuse the punch with aromatic and festive flavors.
- Chill and Serve: Add ice to the punch bowl to keep the drink cold. Garnish with fresh cranberries for a festive appearance. Serve immediately or refrigerate to chill further before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Want it a bit sweeter? Add a splash of simple syrup.
- Chill all ingredients beforehand to keep the punch nice and cold.
- No punch bowl? A large bowl or pitcher works perfectly—just add some ice.
- For a festive touch, serve with an ice ring to impress your guests.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
