Description
Candy Cane Christmas Punch is a festive, refreshing holiday drink featuring a blend of cranberry juice, lemon-lime soda, pineapple juice, and peppermint syrup. This vibrant, non-alcoholic punch can be made creamy with the addition of half-and-half or heavy cream, and garnished with crushed and whole candy canes for a perfectly seasonal presentation. It’s a quick and easy no-cook beverage ideal for holiday gatherings that can also be spiked for adults.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice, chilled
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled
- 1 cup pineapple juice, chilled
- 1/2 cup peppermint syrup (or more to taste)
- 1/2 cup half-and-half or heavy cream (optional, for creamier texture)
- Ice cubes
Garnishes
- Crushed candy canes for rimming glasses
- Whole candy canes for garnish in each glass
Instructions
- Mix Juices and Syrup: In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the chilled cranberry juice, lemon-lime soda, pineapple juice, and peppermint syrup. Stir well to thoroughly blend the flavors.
- Add Cream (Optional): If using, slowly pour in the half-and-half or heavy cream while gently stirring to create a smooth, creamy finish without curdling.
- Add Ice: Just before serving, add ice cubes to the punch to keep it chilled and refreshing.
- Garnish Glasses: For added festivity, dip the rims of glasses in water and then into crushed candy canes to coat. Place a whole candy cane in each glass for garnish.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the punch chilled immediately to enjoy the vibrant flavors and festive charms.
Notes
- Dip glass rims in water then crushed candy canes for a festive presentation before filling with punch.
- To create an adult version, add vodka or peppermint schnapps to taste.
- For a paler, frosty look, substitute lemon-lime soda with clear soda and cranberry juice with white cranberry juice.
