Description
This White Christmas Punch is a creamy, festive, and refreshing holiday beverage perfect for parties. Combining chilled pineapple juice, white cranberry juice, and coconut milk, it offers a smooth tropical flavor balanced with sparkling lemon-lime soda for a light fizz. Garnished with fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs, it’s an elegant and easy-to-make punch that serves 12 and can be sweetened to taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Juices and Liquids
- 1 liter pineapple juice, chilled
- 1 liter white cranberry juice, chilled
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 liter lemon-lime soda (or sparkling water), chilled
Sweetener (Optional)
- ½ cup sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
Garnish
- Fresh cranberries
- Sprigs of rosemary
Others
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Mix the Juices: In a large punch bowl, combine the chilled pineapple juice, white cranberry juice, and coconut milk. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well integrated, ensuring an even creamy base.
- Add the Fizz: Slowly pour in the chilled lemon-lime soda or sparkling water into the punch bowl. Stir gently to combine without losing the carbonation, preserving the refreshing fizz in the punch.
- Sweeten (Optional): Taste the punch and if you prefer it sweeter, gradually stir in the sugar. Continue stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved to avoid any graininess.
- Serve with Style: Add plenty of ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep the punch cold throughout serving. Garnish the punch with fresh cranberries and sprigs of rosemary to add a festive and wintry touch, enhancing its visual appeal.
- Enjoy: Ladle the punch into individual glasses and serve immediately, letting your guests enjoy this deliciously creamy and refreshing Christmas drink.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use sparkling water instead of lemon-lime soda.
- The coconut milk adds a creamy texture; shake the can well before opening to mix the contents.
- Adjust sweetness according to your taste; some juices may already be sweet enough.
- Ensure all liquids are chilled before mixing for the best refreshing experience.
- Garnishes are optional but add to the festive atmosphere and presentation.
