25 Christmas Punch Recipes That'll Make Your Holiday Party Extra Special
These seasonal beverages will delight every guest in the room!
From cookie swaps to Christmas potlucks, you'd be hard-pressed to find a holiday party that wouldn't benefit from a festive drink. But instead of playing bartender all night, why not whip up a big batch of beverages that'll serve a crowd? A boozy bowl of Christmas punch is perfect for fueling a group gathering. Whether you display them in pitchers or punch bowls, your friends and family can easily help themselves to a glass at any point during the seasonal celebration. And that way, you'll have more time to enjoy your guests' company!
If you're looking for ideas, you've come to the right place! Below, you'll discover every kind of Christmas punch recipe, including big-batch Champagne cocktails, spiced apple ciders, seasonal sangria, and even a few non-alcoholic Christmas drinks that anyone can sip on. Depending on the type of celebration you're throwing, you can cater your party beverage to the occasion. For instance, tree-trimming calls for a big pot of wassail simmering on the stove. (Note: While it's delicious as is, adults can always spike theirs with a splash of bourbon or brandy!) If you're searching for something refreshing to serve with savory Christmas appetizers, a bubbly punch is just the thing! And fruity morning punch will pair perfectly with your holiday brunch menu. Of course, you can always stick to Christmas classics like milk punch or eggnog.
No matter what you choose, serving up these Christmas punch recipes will definitely make the holiday season merrier and brighter!
Complete your Christmas party menu with these holiday recipes:
Champagne Punch
A cup (or two!) of Champagne punch will liven up any holiday celebration! This bubbly Christmas drink gets its pink color from white-cranberry-strawberry juice, but plain cranberry juice will look and taste just as festive. Regardless, make sure to add cranberries, orange slices, and strawberries for a fruity garnish!
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Milk Punch
This creamy bourbon-based cocktail looks like a winter wonderland and tastes like dessert! It's also super easy to make: Just mix together half-and-half, bourbon, and homemade vanilla bean syrup (which you can prep up to two weeks ahead!), and you'll have a dreamy, Christmassy drink for the group.
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Wassail
Making this cozy mulled cider is a popular Christmas tradition in some parts of the world—and for good reason! Brimming with apple cider, warm spices, and cranberry juice cocktail, plus apples, cranberries, and orange slices for garnishes, wassail is basically a hug in a cup.
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Christmas Morning Punch
This bubbly holiday beverage features a combination of fruit juices, including pineapple juice, orange juice, pomegranate juice, and sparkling apple juice. Fresh ginger tops it off, offering even more holiday flavor. This Christmas punch recipe is also non-alcoholic, so even the kids can enjoy a glass.
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Thanksgiving Punch
Don't let the name fool you! Even though this Christmas punch recipe is intended for Thanksgiving, it's perfect for Christmas, too. The concoction is filled with a refreshing mix of cranberry juice, orange juice, lime juice, grenadine, and a splash of ginger ale. Then, it's adorned with cranberries and fresh rosemary.
Get the Thanksgiving Punch recipe.
Pomegranate Demerara Rum Punch
While some rum punches tend to be too sweet, this version is balanced and refreshing. It features freshly squeezed citrus juice and easy, homemade pomegranate grenadine that you can use for so many other cocktails and mocktails, too.
Tropical Punch
If a tropical vacation is on your Christmas list, this punch is the next best thing! It's non-alcoholic, so the whole family can enjoy it.
Get Ree's Tropical Punch recipe.
Cherry Punch
Fruity, floral, and sweet—this punch is a fun drink that the whole family can enjoy. You can freeze the cherries, limes, and oranges in advance for easy entertaining.
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Red Sangria
Sangria is delicious anytime of year, but this bright red batch is especially festive for holiday parties. This recipe makes enough for six people, but you should easily double or even triple it for a bigger crowd.
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Winter Sangria
To give this red wine sangria a wintry twist, Ree likes to add a combination of winter fruits like cranberries, apples, and oranges. It's as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Apple Cider Sangria
Sangria of any kind is Ree Drummond's answer to any get-together with friends. This one has fresh apples, apple cider, and apple brandy for seasonal flavor.
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White Grape Punch with Cranberry Ice
Both kids and adults can enjoy this sweet, tart, and bubbly punch made with white grape juice, seltzer, and lime juice. The kids might even get a kick out of helping to make the cranberry ice cubes.
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Mulled Pomegranate-Cherry Juice
Similar to mulled wine, but more family-friendly, this warm drink is a cozy, spiced addition to any holiday menu. Stir in mixed berries or even pomegranate seeds just before serving!
Get Ree's Mulled Pomegranate-Cherry Juice recipe.
Holiday Punch
Dessert lovers will appreciate this drink made with scoops of raspberry sherbet. It looks like a special treat but it only take five minutes to make!
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Cranberry Mulled Wine
Let this cranberry mulled wine stay warm in the pot while serving. All the spices blend together to give it an extremely seasonal taste.
Get Ree's Cranberry Mulled Wine recipe.
Mulled Hot Cider
Ree's cider is made with fresh squeezed apple juice, warm spices, and maple syrup. It's the coziest punch you can make throughout the winter season.
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Eggnog
A big bowl of eggnog is a classic Christmas drink. This homemade version has rum in it, so you might want to make a non-alcoholic version for the kids.
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Mocha Party Punch
Anyone who's a fan of Christmas treats will appreciate this sweet chocolatey drink. The whipped cream and chocolate curls on top are optional, but they'll make the party even more festive!
Sparkling Cranberry Apple Cider Punch
This punch gets a lovely fizz from two bottles of sparkling wine. The sweet cider and tart cranberry juice balance the drink out perfectly.
Get the Sparkling Cranberry Apple Cider Punch recipe at Well Plated by Erin.
Winter Moscato Punch
A little sprig of rosemary is always the perfect Christmas garnish. Enjoy this punch before, during, or after dinner.
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