Description

Candy Cane Christmas Punch is a festive, refreshing holiday drink that combines the tartness of cranberry and pineapple juices with the fizzy sweetness of lemon-lime soda and the cool peppermint flavor of crushed candy canes. Topped with creamy raspberry sherbet and garnished with cranberries and mini candy canes, this punch is perfect for serving at holiday gatherings and parties.

Ingredients

Liquid Ingredients

4 cups cranberry juice, chilled
2 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled
1 cup pineapple juice, chilled
½ cup peppermint syrup or crushed candy canes dissolved in ½ cup warm water

Other Ingredients

1 quart raspberry sherbet
Crushed ice or ice cubes
Optional: whole cranberries for garnish
Optional: mini candy canes for garnish

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Instructions

Mix the Base: In a large punch bowl, combine the cranberry juice, lemon-lime soda, pineapple juice, and peppermint syrup. Stir well to ensure all the liquids are fully blended together and the peppermint flavor is evenly distributed.
Add the Sherbet: Spoon scoops of raspberry sherbet onto the surface of the punch carefully, then gently stir once or twice to slightly combine the sherbet with the punch, creating a creamy, fizzy texture.
Chill the Punch: Add crushed ice or ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep the mixture chilled and refreshing, stirring gently to distribute the cold without melting the sherbet too quickly.
Garnish and Serve: Optionally, add whole cranberries and mini candy canes around the punch for a festive look. Serve immediately in glasses to enjoy the optimal flavor and texture of this holiday beverage.

Notes

For a stronger peppermint flavor, use peppermint extract sparingly or increase the amount of peppermint syrup.
To make it a boozy punch, add 1 cup of vodka or peppermint schnapps to the mixture before adding the sherbet.
Raspberry sorbet can be substituted for sherbet if a lighter or dairy-free option is preferred.