Description
Grinch Punch is a festive and refreshing holiday drink that’s perfect for parties, combining tart citrus flavors with vibrant green sherbet and a fizzy soda finish. This easy-to-make punch offers a fun, frothy, and colorful beverage that captures the spirit of the season with its eye-catching green hue and delightful taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 2 cups lime sherbet
- 4 cups lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7-Up)
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
Optional Ingredients
- Green food coloring (optional for extra color)
Garnishes
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
- Lime slices (for garnish)
Other
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine Juices: In a large punch bowl, mix together the pineapple juice and cranberry juice thoroughly to create a flavorful base for the punch.
- Add Color: If desired, stir in a few drops of green food coloring into the juice mixture to enhance the vibrant Grinch-like green color, adjusting the amount for intensity.
- Mix Soda: Pour in the lemon-lime soda gently while stirring slowly to preserve the fizz and combine the flavors without flattening the soda.
- Add Sherbet: Scoop the lime sherbet on top of the punch to add a frothy, creamy texture and contribute a tangy lime flavor that complements the citrus juices.
- Serve: Fill individual glasses with ice cubes, ladle the punch over the ice, and garnish each glass with a maraschino cherry and a slice of lime for a festive presentation.
Notes
- For an extra green color, use green food coloring, but the punch is delicious without it as well.
- Lime sherbet provides a creamy texture and tartness; substitute with lime sorbet or lemon sherbet if preferred.
- Use chilled ingredients to keep the punch cold longer without diluting flavors.
- For an alcoholic version, add a splash of vodka or rum to the punch before serving.
- This punch is best served immediately to enjoy the fresh fizz and frothy sherbet topping.
