Christmas Punch (Printable Version)
A vibrant holiday drink packed with cranberries, oranges, and pomegranates that brings festive cheer to any gathering.
# Ingredients:
→ Fruit
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1 orange, sliced, plus extra for garnish
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1 cup fresh cranberries, plus extra for garnish
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½ cup pomegranate seeds
→ Liquids
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2 cups unsweetened cranberry juice (Ocean Spray Pure recommended)
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2 cups orange juice (Simply, Natalie's, or Uncle Matt's recommended)
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1 cup pomegranate juice (POM recommended)
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2 cups lemon-lime soda (Starry, Sprite, or 7Up recommended)
08 -
1 cup white rum (optional)
→ Garnishes
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Ice cubes
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Fresh rosemary sprigs
# Steps:
01 -
Add the slices from 1 orange, 1 cup cranberries, and ½ cup pomegranate seeds to a large pitcher or punch bowl. For larger gatherings using a gallon-sized bowl or dispenser, consider doubling the recipe.
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Pour in 2 cups cranberry juice, 2 cups orange juice, 1 cup pomegranate juice, and 2 cups lemon-lime soda. Add 1 cup white rum or preferred alcohol if desired.
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Serve in glasses over ice and garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs, extra orange slices, and cranberries.
# Notes:
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Chill all ingredients before preparation for best results
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Use Ocean Spray Pure Cranberry Juice for optimal color and flavor
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Prepare punch ahead of time, but add ice and soda just before serving to maintain carbonation
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Substitute lemon-lime soda with ginger ale if preferred
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Consider adding lemon and lime slices for additional citrus elements
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Keep alcohol separate for a family-friendly option
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Compatible alcohols include white rum, spiced rum, whiskey, and vodka