If you’re looking for a holiday drink without any alcohol, this Sparkling Cranberry Punch is just perfect. Not only does it taste delicious, it looks amazingly festive, too! Dr. Pepper Snapple Group® sponsored this post. All opinions are mine and mine alone.
I can’t believe the holidays are right around the corner, y’all. How did this happen? I mean, don’t get me wrong. I’m excited that the holidays are here and I’m totally looking forward to all the gatherings and holiday parties.
Sometimes being a non-drinker makes things a bit awkward when attending holiday parties. There are always so many pretty cocktails available, but those of us who don’t drink alcohol are usually left drinking water or soda. While I definitely don’t have anything against water or soda, sometimes I want other options, like this Sparkling Cranberry Punch. It’s really a festive drink that’s not overly sweet and perfect for holiday parties.
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Sparkling Cranberry Punch
Sparkling Cranberry Punch
Ingredients
For Punch:
- 4 cups Canada Dry Ginger Ale
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice (not cranberry cocktail juice)
- 1/2 orange sliced and cut into triangles
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- fruit ice cubes
For Cran-Raspberry Ice Cubes
- 1 pint raspberries
- 1 pint fresh cranberries
- 2 cups Canada Dry Ginger Ale
Instructions
To make Cran-Raspberry Ice Cubes
- Put raspberries and cranberries into food processor until smooth. Stir in ginger ale. Using a funnel, pour into a silicone ice cube mold. Freeze for one hour. This should make 2 batches if using this mold.
To make Sparkling Cranberry Punch
- Combine ginger ale, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, orange triangles, lemon & lime slices, and fresh cranberries into large pitcher. Stir all ingredients.
- To serve, place fruit ice cubes into glass and pour Sparkling Cranberry Punch over the top. Insert straw and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 183Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 20mgCarbohydrates: 47gFiber: 5gSugar: 37gProtein: 1g
I like making this Sparkling Cranberry Punch earlier in the day (minus the ginger ale) because it seems more flavorful when I do. When I’m ready to serve it, I add in the ginger ale and stir.
Since we’re on the subject of holidays, I wanted to take a quick minute to mention giving back.
One of my favorite things about the holidays are the opportunities to make a difference in a tangible way. My family is really big on giving back, especially during the holidays, and we’re always looking for opportunities to help, no matter how small. This holiday season as you’re doing your shopping at Walmart, look for specially marked packages of 7Up, Canada Dry, and Squirt. For every purchase, a donation will be made to Salvation Army.
Can I tell you how much I love this? Not only can I get all the ingredients I need to make this Sparkling Cranberry Punch for about $12, a donation will be made to Salvation Army for my purchase of Canada Dry. That’s pretty amazing, folks.
An easy way to teach children the importance of giving back, is actually giving them the opportunity to do that. Every year around the holidays, Salvation Army volunteers stand outside of stores ringing a red bell. This is a great opportunity to get your kids involved in giving back. One way to do this is give them some money to throw in the bucket and then have a conversation about where the money goes and how it helps.
This holiday season, find ways to help your community. The feeling one gets when they’ve done something to help someone else, is unlike any other feeling. It’s definitely addicting. Once you start, I doubt you’ll stop.
What’s your favorite go-to nonalcoholic holiday drink?
Sapana V says
This sparkling cranberry punch is looking tempting. I will make it.
robin rue says
I love the idea of the flavored ice cubes. I think I am going to make some when I host Christmas dinner at my house 🙂
My Teen Guide says
I will suggest this to my cousin. He will be the host for our annual family get together this year. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Looks delicious and the colors are so festive!
Stacie says
That is so crazy cool! I love the punch, but what really puts it over the top for me are those cool ice cubes! So awesome.
Maureen says
I love this Sparkling Cranberry Punch idea, will certainly have to make it for family gatherings this holiday season. I think the cranberry will be delicious!
Bill Sweeney says
The most awesome thing about this punch is the fruit in the drink. No fruit juices, this probably tastes as well as it looks!
Liz Mays says
I could definitely go for a refreshing punch like this. I haven’t tried using cranberries and cranberry juice in very many drinks.
adriana says
This looks SO good! Omg! What a great holiday drink idea – I definitely am going to plan on serving this during a few holiday parties this season!!
Theresa says
This sounds delicious! I think I am going to whip up a batch for our annual extended family Christmas breakfast this year.
Jeana says
Those cran-raspberry ice cubes sound amazing! This is a great drink idea. We have a few people in the family that are expecting so I like to make a special non-alcoholic drink for them. We will have to grab Canada Dry! Great way to give back.
Claudia K says
Cranberry is one of my favorite flavors. This punch is something that I will make during the holidays as I know my family and guests will love it.
brianne says
This looks so yummy and so festive! I love the ice cubes!
Joyce Brewer says
This looks so refreshing to drink. Love how the purchase gives back.
Heather says
It’s a great time of year to spend with family and friends. But it’s also so heartwarming to be able to make a difference in the lives of others.
Sara says
Mmmm this sounds so refreshing! I would love to try this especially because I love cranberry.
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
This looks delicious! I love the flavor combination! This is perfect for holiday drink!
Rosey says
Cranberry is my favorite. I love that this one has a little punch to it with the soda and mix of flavors!
Jocelyn says
This drink looks yummy and festive! Although I’m not too big on cranberry, but I might just try making these. Thanks for the recipe!
Myrah Duque says
YUM…Cranberry!!! So refreshing and great for our health. I will make this recipe next time my relatives come to visit.
AnnMarie John says
I love that cranberries are back in season, there are so many recipes that you can make with them. This looks really good and it’s also perfect! I’d love to give this drink a try.