21+ Fruity Christmas Punch Recipe

Nothing says holiday cheer quite like a big bowl of Christmas punch. It’s one of those drinks that instantly makes a gathering feel festive, whether you’re hosting a big family dinner, a holiday party with friends, or just want something special to sip by the tree. The best part about Christmas punch is how versatile it is—you can make it fruity and refreshing, sparkling and bubbly, or even add a little grown-up twist with a splash of spirits. Honestly, it’s the kind of recipe that feels fancy without being complicated, and everyone always goes back for seconds.

What I love most is how Christmas punch brings people together. There’s something fun about ladling it into glasses, seeing the bright colors, and tasting all those holiday flavors in one sip. It’s easy to make, looks beautiful on the table, and guarantees holiday cheer in every cup.

Christmas Punch Recipe

Classic Holiday Fruit Punch

Classic Holiday Fruit Punch is refreshing, fruity, and perfect for gatherings. With a mix of citrus, berries, and a touch of sparkle, it’s a drink that everyone will love. Honestly, it’s so easy to make and always brings festive cheer.
Ingredients

• 4 cups cranberry juice

• 2 cups orange juice

• 1 cup pineapple juice

• 1 cup soda water

• ½ cup fresh cranberries

• Slices of orange and lemon for garnish

Steps to make(Classic Holiday Fruit Punch)

• Combine all juices in a large punch bowl.

• Add soda water and stir gently.

• Drop in cranberries and citrus slices.

• Chill before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~120
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 24g
Fat: 0g
This punch is fruity, refreshing, and perfect for holiday parties.

Sparkling Cranberry Lime Punch

Sparkling Cranberry Lime Punch is tart, sweet, and bubbly, perfect for holiday celebrations. Honestly, the lime gives it a refreshing twist that everyone loves.
Ingredients

• 3 cups cranberry juice

• 2 cups sparkling water

• 1 cup lime juice

• Lime slices and cranberries for garnish
  

Steps to make (Sparkling Cranberry Lime Punch)

• Mix cranberry and lime juice in a punch bowl.

• Stir in sparkling water.

• Garnish with lime slices and cranberries.

• Serve chilled.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~120
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 24g
Fat: 0g
This punch is tart, fizzy, and festive.

Vanilla Chai Christmas Punch

Vanilla Chai Christmas Punch is warm, aromatic, and comforting. Honestly, it’s like sipping a cozy holiday hug in every glass.
Ingredients

• 4 cups brewed chai tea

• 1 cup milk

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Cinnamon sticks for garnish

Steps to make (Vanilla Chai Christmas Punch)

• Brew chai tea and mix with milk and honey.

• Stir in vanilla extract.

• Serve warm with cinnamon sticks.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~100
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 18g
Fat: 2g
This punch is warm, spicy, and perfect for cozy nights.

Festive Berry Punch

Festive Berry Punch is colorful, fruity, and a hit for holiday parties. Honestly, the berries make it look as beautiful as it tastes.
Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed berry juice

• 1 cup apple juice

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Fresh berries for garnish

Steps to make (Festive Berry Punch)

• Combine berry juice and apple juice in a punch bowl.

• Add sparkling water and stir gently.

• Garnish with fresh berries.

• Chill before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~110
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 24g
Fat: 0g
This punch is fruity, festive, and colorful.

Holiday Citrus Punch

Holiday Citrus Punch is bright, tangy, and refreshing with seasonal citrus flavors. Honestly, it’s perfect for both kids and adults at any gathering.
Ingredients

• 2 cups orange juice

• 1 cup grapefruit juice

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Orange and grapefruit slices for garnish

Steps to make (Holiday Citrus Punch)

• Mix juices in a punch bowl.

• Stir in sparkling water.

• Add citrus slices and chill before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~120
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 24g
Fat: 0g
This punch is citrusy, tangy, and festive.

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Punch

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Punch is creamy, chocolatey, and perfect for a winter night. Honestly, the peppermint flavor makes it extra special for the holidays.
Ingredients

• 4 cups milk

• 1 cup cocoa powder

• ½ cup sugar

• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

• Whipped cream and crushed candy canes for garnish
  

Steps to make(Peppermint Hot Chocolate Punch)

• Heat milk and whisk in cocoa powder and sugar.

• Stir in peppermint extract.

• Serve warm with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~180
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 22g
Fat: 6g
This punch is creamy, chocolatey, and festive.

Apple Ginger Sparkler

Apple Ginger Sparkler is crisp, lightly sweet, and has a hint of spice. Honestly, the ginger adds a fun twist that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients

• 3 cups apple juice

• 1 cup ginger ale

• ½ teaspoon ground ginger

• Apple slices for garnish

Steps to make(Apple Ginger Sparkler)

• Mix apple juice and ginger ale.

• Stir in ground ginger.

• Garnish with apple slices and serve chilled.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~110
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 24g
Fat: 0g
This punch is crisp, spicy, and festive.

Spiced Cranberry Apple Punch

Spiced Cranberry Apple Punch is tangy, sweet, and full of warming flavors. Honestly, it’s a comforting drink perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients

• 2 cups cranberry juice

• 2 cups apple juice

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon allspice

• Apple and cranberry garnish
  Recipe

• Combine juices with spices.

• Chill and garnish with fruit before serving.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~120
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 28g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 24g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is spiced, fruity, and festive.

Tropical Holiday Punch

 

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Tropical Holiday Punch is sweet, fruity, and fun for all ages. Honestly, the tropical flavors bring a unique twist to holiday drinks.
Ingredients

• 2 cups pineapple juice

• 2 cups orange juice

• 1 cup coconut water

• Pineapple chunks for garnish
  Recipe

• Mix all juices in a punch bowl.

• Add pineapple chunks.

• Chill before serving.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~140
  Protein: 1g
  Carbohydrates: 34g
  Fiber: 2g
  Sugar: 30g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tropical, fruity, and festive.

Holiday Cranberry Punch with Mint

Holiday Cranberry Punch with Mint is refreshing, tangy, and visually beautiful. Honestly, the mint leaves make it extra festive.
Ingredients

• 3 cups cranberry juice

• 1 cup orange juice

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Fresh mint leaves
  Recipe

• Combine juices and sparkling water in a bowl.

• Garnish with mint leaves.

• Serve chilled.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~120
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 28g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 24g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tangy, refreshing, and festive.

Chocolate Peppermint Punch

 

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Chocolate Peppermint Punch is creamy, chocolatey, and minty, perfect for holiday indulgence. Honestly, it tastes like dessert in a glass.
Ingredients

• 2 cups milk

• ½ cup cocoa powder

• ¼ cup sugar

• ½ teaspoon peppermint extract

• Whipped cream for topping

Steps to make(Chocolate Peppermint Punch)

• Heat milk, whisk in cocoa and sugar.

• Stir in peppermint extract.

• Serve warm with whipped cream.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~180
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 22g
Fat: 6g
This punch is creamy, chocolatey, and festive.

Cranberry Apple Sparkler

Cranberry Apple Sparkler is bubbly, fruity, and perfect for parties. Honestly, the sparkling water makes it extra fun for everyone.
Ingredients

• 2 cups cranberry juice

• 2 cups apple juice

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Fresh cranberries for garnish

Step to make(Cranberry Apple Sparkler)

• Mix juices with sparkling water.

• Add cranberries and serve chilled.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: ~120
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 24g
Fat: 0g
This punch is fruity, fizzy, and festive.

Frosty Lemonade Punch

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Frosty Lemonade Punch is tangy, sweet, and ice-cold, perfect for festive gatherings. Honestly, it’s refreshing and brightens any holiday table.
Ingredients

• 2 cups lemonade

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Lemon slices for garnish

• Ice cubes
  Recipe

• Mix lemonade with sparkling water.

• Add ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices.

• Serve chilled.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~100
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 25g
  Fiber: 0g
  Sugar: 22g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tangy, refreshing, and festive.

Orange Cranberry Mimosa Punch

Orange Cranberry Mimosa Punch is fruity, fizzy, and perfect for holiday brunch. Honestly, it feels luxurious yet simple to make.
Ingredients

• 2 cups orange juice

• 1 cup cranberry juice

• 1 cup sparkling wine or sparkling water

• Orange slices for garnish
  Recipe

• Mix juices together in a punch bowl.

• Add sparkling wine or water and stir gently.

• Garnish with orange slices.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~120
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 28g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 24g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is fruity, bubbly, and festive.

Holiday Pineapple Punch

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Holiday Pineapple Punch is tropical, sweet, and bright yellow for a cheerful holiday vibe. Honestly, it’s a fun twist on traditional Christmas drinks.
Ingredients

• 2 cups pineapple juice

• 2 cups orange juice

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Pineapple chunks for garnish
  Recipe

• Mix all juices in a punch bowl.

• Add sparkling water and pineapple chunks.

• Chill before serving.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~140
  Protein: 1g
  Carbohydrates: 34g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 30g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tropical, sweet, and festive.

Sparkling Apple Cider Punch

Sparkling Apple Cider Punch is crisp, lightly sweet, and perfect for kids and adults alike. Honestly, it’s a festive twist on a classic fall favorite that’s easy to prepare in minutes.
Ingredients

• 4 cups apple cider

• 2 cups sparkling water

• 1 apple, thinly sliced

• 1 cinnamon stick

• Ice cubes
  Recipe

• Mix apple cider and sparkling water in a punch bowl.

• Add apple slices and cinnamon stick.

• Serve over ice.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~110
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 28g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 24g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is crisp, refreshing, and full of holiday flavor.

Cranberry Orange Christmas Punch

Cranberry Orange Christmas Punch is tangy, sweet, and bright red for a festive look. Honestly, it’s a show-stopper on any holiday table and so easy to whip up.
Ingredients

• 3 cups cranberry juice

• 2 cups orange juice

• 1 cup ginger ale

• ½ cup fresh cranberries

• Orange slices for garnish
  Recipe

• Combine cranberry and orange juice in a large bowl.

• Add ginger ale and stir gently.

• Garnish with cranberries and orange slices.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~130
  Protein: 1g
  Carbohydrates: 32g
  Fiber: 2g
  Sugar: 28g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tangy, colorful, and festive.

Tropical Christmas Punch

Tropical Christmas Punch brings a taste of the tropics to your holiday celebrations. Honestly, the pineapple and mango flavors make it refreshing and unique for the season.
Ingredients

• 2 cups pineapple juice

• 2 cups mango juice

• 1 cup orange juice

• 1 cup club soda

• Pineapple chunks and mint for garnish
  Recipe

• Mix all juices in a punch bowl.

• Add club soda and stir.

• Garnish with pineapple chunks and mint.

• Serve chilled.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~140
  Protein: 1g
  Carbohydrates: 35g
  Fiber: 2g
  Sugar: 30g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tropical, refreshing, and perfect for holiday fun.

Pomegranate Christmas Punch

Pomegranate Christmas Punch is ruby-red, tart, and naturally festive. Honestly, the pomegranate seeds make it look beautiful and taste amazing.
Ingredients

• 3 cups pomegranate juice

• 2 cups cranberry juice

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Pomegranate seeds for garnish

• Orange slices for garnish
  Recipe

• Combine pomegranate and cranberry juice.

• Stir in sparkling water.

• Add seeds and orange slices.

• Chill before serving.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~120
  Protein: 1g
  Carbohydrates: 27g
  Fiber: 2g
  Sugar: 24g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tart, festive, and visually stunning.

Gingerbread Punch

Gingerbread Punch is cozy, spiced, and perfect for winter evenings. Honestly, it tastes like a warm holiday hug in a glass.
Ingredients

• 2 cups apple cider

• 1 cup ginger ale

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• Whipped cream for topping
  Recipe

• Mix apple cider, ginger ale, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

• Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~110
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 27g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 22g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is warm, spiced, and perfect for holiday coziness.

Cranberry Lemon Fizz

Cranberry Lemon Fizz is tart, bubbly, and festive with bright flavors. Honestly, it’s a refreshing punch that’s fun for all ages.
Ingredients

• 2 cups cranberry juice

• 1 cup lemonade

• 1 cup sparkling water

• Lemon slices and cranberries for garnish
  Recipe

• Combine cranberry juice and lemonade.

• Stir in sparkling water.

• Add slices and cranberries.

• Serve chilled.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~100
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 25g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 22g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tart, bubbly, and colorful.

Winter Wonderland Punch

Winter Wonderland Punch is creamy, frothy, and perfect for snowy holiday vibes. Honestly, the combination of milk and vanilla makes it irresistible.
Ingredients

• 2 cups milk

• 1 cup vanilla almond milk

• ½ cup white chocolate syrup

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Whipped cream for garnish
  Recipe

• Mix milk, almond milk, chocolate syrup, and vanilla.

• Chill or serve over ice.

• Top with whipped cream.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~180
  Protein: 4g
  Carbohydrates: 28g
  Fiber: 0g
  Sugar: 22g
  Fat: 6g
  This punch is creamy, sweet, and festive.

Spiced Cranberry Punch

Spiced Cranberry Punch is tangy, sweet, and full of warming spices. Honestly, it fills the kitchen with cozy holiday aromas.
Ingredients

• 3 cups cranberry juice

• 2 cups apple cider

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon cloves

• Fresh cranberries for garnish
  Recipe

• Mix juices with spices.

• Chill and garnish with cranberries before serving.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~120
  Protein: 0g
  Carbohydrates: 28g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 24g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is tangy, spiced, and festive.

Cinnamon Orange Punch

Cinnamon Orange Punch is citrusy, sweet, and warming with a hint of spice. Honestly, it’s a punch that feels cozy and celebratory.
Ingredients

• 3 cups orange juice

• 2 cups sparkling water

• 1 cinnamon stick

• Orange slices for garnish
  Recipe

• Combine orange juice and sparkling water.

• Add cinnamon stick and garnish with slices.

• Chill before serving.
  Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
  Calories: ~110
  Protein: 1g
  Carbohydrates: 28g
  Fiber: 1g
  Sugar: 24g
  Fat: 0g
  This punch is citrusy, spiced, and cheerful.

FAQ

What is the best base for a Christmas punch?

The best base for Christmas punch can vary depending on your preference. Popular options include fruit juices like cranberry, orange, apple, or pineapple. You can also add soda, sparkling water, or even tea to create bubbles and enhance flavor.

Can Christmas punch be made ahead of time?

Yes! Many Christmas punch recipes can be prepared a few hours or even a day in advance. Keep the punch chilled in the refrigerator and add sparkling water, soda, or ice just before serving to maintain its freshness and fizz.

Can I make a non-alcoholic Christmas punch?

Absolutely! Most Christmas punch recipes can be made non-alcoholic by using fruit juices, sparkling water, or soda. You can also add fresh fruits and herbs for extra flavor without using alcohol.

How do I garnish Christmas punch?

Garnishes add a festive touch and extra flavor. Common garnishes include fresh cranberries, orange or lemon slices, apple slices, cinnamon sticks, mint leaves, or even edible flowers for a decorative touch.

How long does Christmas punch last?

Non-alcoholic Christmas punch usually lasts 2–3 days in the refrigerator if stored in an airtight container. Punches with alcohol can last slightly longer, but it’s best enjoyed fresh for the most vibrant flavor and appearance.