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This Homemade Fruit Punch Recipe is the best. Made with a combination of cranberry, pineapple, orange, and lime give you a fruity punch recipe that is incredibly delicious and simple!Perfect for every occasion.

Looking for more fruity drink ideas? We’re loving this Rainbow Sherbet Punch, 3-Ingredient Grape Punch, and simple Pomegranate Punch! You can even try this as a co*cktail!

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Recipe Features

  • Quick and Easy: Like all of my punch recipes, this comes together incredibly quick and delivers a bold delicious flavor.
  • Customizable: Make this non-alcoholic, like pictured, or jazz it up with sparkling wine, vodka, or even tequila. See ingredient notes for more customizations.
  • Perfect Party Punch: Don’t stress over the drink at your gathering! Chill these ingredients and whip this party punch up in less than two minutes.

This recipe has been in high demand. After sharing my holiday punch last year, you were insisting on a summer-time version.Well, I heard your cries and am here to deliver. This homemade fruit punch recipe is SO. DANG. GOOD.

It combines four fruit flavors for the base and is topped off with a little ginger ale. Although, my husband and son would drink the entire pitcher without the sparkling soda! It has won their stamp of approval, and has already been made over a dozen times in the One Sweet Appetite home!

Searching for another festive non alcoholic punch? This slush punch from my friend Laura is a MUST try. The ultimate Christmas punch recipe that is a must-try variation of fruit punch.

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What Are The Ingredients In Fruit Punch?

Up until recently, I had no idea you could make your own fruit punch at home. But it turns out, it is incredibly simple. Fruit punch is made of a combination of fruit flavored juices. Which means it is incredibly easy to adjust and change the flavor profile. Below are the flavors we love, but feel free to adjust according to your flavor preference.

Homemade Fruit Punch Ingredients:

  • Cranberry Juice: This is going to be the base for your punch. Pick a variety that is good, in your opinion.
  • Pineapple Juice: If you can find pineapple coconut, that is our favorite. It can be tricky to find, but we occasionally see it at Trader Joe’s!
  • Orange Juice: Fresh is best, but you could also go for a more quality brand like Simply Orange.
  • Lime Juice: Fresh squeezed makes all the difference. In a pinch, you can use the bottled variety.
  • Ginger Ale: This is an optional ingredient, but adds a fun fizzy finish.You can also swap this for sparkling cider, club soda, or lemon lime soda.
  • Fresh Fruit: For garnish you can add slices of strawberries, oranges, limes, or any fresh fruit!
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How To Make Fruit Punch From Scratch

Ready for this insanely easy process? Pro tip: Finish the first step up to 24 hours before you are ready to serve. You can keep it in the refrigerator to chill and top it off with a nice soda just before serving.

  1. PREP: Stir together the cranberry juice, pineapple juice, orange juice, and lime juice in a large pitcher. Chill until you are ready to serve, at least 4 hours so it can get nice and cold.
  2. SERVE: Add sliced fruit and chilled ginger ale just before serving.

Serve this punch over ice and with fun colored straws.

Helpful Tools

  • Pitcher: I use apitcher(affiliate) for serving, because I find it easier and less space consuming. This one specifically is beautiful with the different edges and design.
  • Punch Bowl: If you prefer a more party friendly display, try apunch bowl(affiliate). Orange slices and cranberries floating on top are simply beautiful.
  • Glasses: My current obsession are this set ofstemless champagne flutes(affiliate). They are so elegant without the risk of accidentally breaking the long thin stem. You can also stick with something simple like solo cups or mason jars!
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Recipe Notes:

What are the best tips for making fruit punch with ginger ale?

– Make this in advance to give it enough time to chill
– Slice fresh fruit for a fun presentation, and tasty snack!
– Add ice to the cups, not the pitcher. This keeps the juice from becoming watered down.
– Taste and add more or less juice as you go. This recipe is super simple to customize.

How can you add alcohol to fruit punch?

While this recipe is written as non-alcoholic, we have served this as a co*cktail. You have two options when turning this into an alcoholic punch recipe.
Fill a glass with ice.
Add 1.5 oz of vodka (one shot) into the glass.
Top off with the punch, stir, and enjoy.
OR
Stir in 2 cups of vodka into the punch before adding the ginger ale.
Chill and serve.

Can this punch be made in advance?

Yes, and no. You definitely can, and should, mix and chill the juices called for in the recipe. This helps avoid the need for ice which will water down the punch. However, you should wait to add the soda and fresh fruit until just before serving.

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Fruit Punch Recipe (Non-Alcoholic)

Created by: Jesseca


Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

10 cups

Homemade Fruit Punch Recipe- A combination of cranberry, pineapple, orange, and lime give you a fruity punch recipe that is incredibly delicious and simple!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cranberry juice
  • cups pineapple juice pineapple coconut, if you can find it
  • cups orange juice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 3 cups Ginger ale chilled
  • Sliced fruit for serving

Instructions

  • Stir together the cranberry juice, pineapple juice, orange juice, and lime juice in a large pitcher. Chill until you are ready to serve, at least 4 hours if not overnight.

  • Add sliced fruit and ginger ale just before serving.

Video

Notes

A third party calculator is used to calculate nutritional information. Please double check if counting calories.

  • Mix the juices in advance to give it enough time to chill.
  • Slice fresh fruit for a fun presentation, and tasty snack!
  • Add ice to the cups, not the pitcher. This keeps the juice from becoming watered down.
  • Taste and add more or less juice as you go. This recipe is super simple to customize.

This post includes a recipe for alcohol. Drink responsibly.One Sweet Appetiteand it’s authors are not responsible for the actions of our readers should they choose to make this recipe and consume it. Please drink responsibly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 103IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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  1. Breana says

    Hi! Would you be able to help me figure out the measurements for this punch if only making ONE glass? I’m working on recipe cards for a DIY tropical drink bar for Teacher Appreciation Week at my daughters school. The idea is that we will provide the ingredients and recipe cards for each teacher to make their own tropical drink. Thanks! This sounds delicious!!

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    • Jesseca says

      Hi Breana, This is such an adorable idea. Unfortunately, this recipe would be super difficult to cut down that much. I did try, but I can’t get the flavors right.

      Reply

  2. Chamari says

    great, thanks !

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    • Jesseca says

      Glad you liked it.

      Reply

  3. Amy says

    Where is the recipe? I scrolled back and forth on this page and except for the blurred out part, can not see a recipe???

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    • Jesseca says

      This recipe is available to my email subscribers. The blurred out part has a pop up and invites you to join to receive access to all of my VIP recipes. Completely free. One email a week. No spam.

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      • Tara Atkins says

        I would Like to join your group
        I really am interested in rhe fruit punch recipe

      • Jesseca says

        Hi Tara, I’ll gladly walk you through the steps. Click “sign up” and a pop up box will appear. From there you just enter your information, or sign up via google or facebook, and you are all set!

  4. Ann says

    I don’t understand the amounts of Pineapple juice and orange juice. You give 2 amounts separated by a hyphen. What is the correct amount please?

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    • Jesseca says

      It’s one and a half cups.

      Reply

  5. GJ says

    What are the recommended quantities per drink or pitcher of cranberry, pineapple, orange and lime juices, and how much ginger ale?

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    • Jesseca says

      Hi GJ. This is a VIP recipe that’s available to my subscribers. To see the full recipe card you’ll sign up with the pop up on the card itself. Once you’ve joined the recipe will be viewable.

      Reply

  6. Gretch says

    Fruit Punch Recipe (Non-Alcoholic) - One Sweet Appetite (11)
    I ended up making 3 batches today for a baby shower because it was so well received. I used Ocean Spray Light Cranberry Juice (not the diet), Simple Truth Organic OJ, Trader Joe’s Pineapple Juice, fresh squeezed lime and Vernor’s Ginger Soda/Ale. Did not deviate from recipe quantities. Had Prosecco and Champagne on the side for those wanting to give their punch some punch. We did slice a naval orange when mixing it all in the punch bowl. Received lots of compliments and will definitely save for future events!

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    • Jesseca says

      I’m so glad this recipe was a hit at your baby shower! It’s so simple and yet so delicious. Appreciate you taking the time to review the recipe.

      Reply

  7. Christina Mary Stone says

    I followed the recipe and this was not good. The cranberry juice was overpowering and I could not drink it.

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    • Jesseca says

      Hi Christina, I’m sorry this recipe wasn’t something you enjoyed. The ingredients used can really make a difference. I’d love to know which brands you used so I can help troubleshoot

      Reply

  8. Jennifer says

    Is it cranberry juice pure or co*cktail?

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    • Jesseca says

      Pick whichever you prefer. Both will work in this recipe.

      Reply

      • Joanna says

        Pure cranberry would be quite bitter if you used 4 cups. co*cktail would make a sweeter, fruitier, more palatable punch.

      • Jesseca says

        Thanks for the tip, Joanna

  9. Suzy says

    Can I use sparkling or seltzer instead of gingerale

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    • Jesseca says

      I’d recommend sprite or 7up vs a seltzer or club soda. However, if you are ok with a less sweet drink seltzer would work.

      Reply

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FAQs

What are the ingredients of punch drinks? ›

Despite the name, most brands contain only a small fraction of actual fruit juice; the major constituents are typically sugar or corn syrup, citric acid, and artificial flavors. They may also be carbonated or nonalcoholic co*cktail mixers.

What flavors make up fruit punch? ›

Cherry seems to be one of the more prominent flavors included, which makes sense. Other common fruits besides the ones listed above are pineapple, apple, grape, pear, strawberry, and cranberry. Pretty much any fruit can go into fruit punch.

What is the difference between a fruit punch and a co*cktail? ›

co*cktails, on the other hand, tend to treat spirits as the star, and will match the non-alcoholic elements ounce for ounce, or even forgo the add-ins entirely. Punches, therefore, contain significantly less alcohol, and since the highlight is often fruit juices, taste quite a bit sweeter than your standard co*cktail.

Why is it called fruit punch? ›

Origins of the name punch

Popular belief has it that name 'punch' originates from the Hindi word for 'five', a reference to the traditional number of ingredients: sour (lime or lemon), sugar, spirit (rum, brandy or arrack), water and spice (nutmeg).

What are the three ingredients in a fruit punch drink? ›

In a fruit punch drink, the 3 ingredients are apple juice, orange juice and cranberry juice. If 1 3 of the drink is apple juice and 1 2 is orange juice then write the ratio of cranberry juice to apple juice to orange juice in its simplest form. See what the community says and unlock a badge.

What is non alcoholic punch made of? ›

Pour one liter of fresh fruit juice (orange, grapefruit, strawberry, etc.) into a large punchbowl. Add 2 liters of your favorite lemon/lime soda (try diet for an even healthier option).

What are the ingredients in Hawaiian fruit punch? ›

Ingredients: Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Water, Contains 2% Or Less: Apple And Pear Juice Concentrates, Ascorbic Acid (vitamin C), Citric Acid, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Acacia Gum, Ester Gum, Red 40, Blue 1, Sodium Benzoate (preservative).

What are the ingredients in fruit punch soda? ›

Carbonated Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Acacia Gum, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Ester Gum, Red 40.

What is McDonald's fruit punch? ›

Mix things up with Minute Maid Fruit Punch. Available in extra small, small, medium and large sizes, this blend of fruity flavor is made with pear, pineapple and orange juice concentrates. There are 130 calories in a small Minute Maid Fruit Punch at McDonald's.

Is Hawaiian Punch the same as fruit punch? ›

Hawaiian Punch is an American brand of fruit punch currently manufactured by Keurig Dr Pepper, originally invented in 1934 by A.W.

Is Minute Maid fruit punch better than soda? ›

Nearly half of the juices researchers sampled had over 50% fructose, some contained HFCS and some did not. Further, the data shows that Minute Maid and Juicy Juice (100% Apple Juice) and V8 Splash Berry Blend all have a higher percentage of fructose than Coca-Cola.

What is American punch? ›

4 cups club soda (cold) 1 cup Aperol. 1/2 cup dry vermouth. 1/2 cup sweet vermouth. 10 dashes orange bitters.

What is the main flavor in fruit punch? ›

Versatility: Fruit Punch isn't one-dimensional. It's a vibrant mosaic of orange, pineapples, cherries, and playful hints of all sorts. This makes it a chameleon in the culinary world, adapting to everything from candy to beer, and popsicles to pastries.

What is kinky fruit punch? ›

Kinky Aloha or coconut rum. 1 oz. dark rum or spiced rum. 2 oz. orange juice.

Why is fruit punch good for you? ›

Fruit juice contains many of the vitamins and nutrients that make fruit a recommended part of a healthy diet. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends eating about 2 cups of fruit per day.

What are punches made out of? ›

SKS3, SKD11, SKH51, powdered high-speed tool steel; cemented carbide, etc. are normally used for punches. However, SKD11 is the standard material used for making of punches.

What are the elements of a punch? ›

Loosely defined in 1638 by German adventurer, Johan Albert de Mandelslo, as “a kind of drink consisting of aqua vitae, rose-water, juice of citrons and sugar,” punch has, for much of its history, been based on just four or five central ingredients—spirit, citrus, water, sweetener and often, spice.

What classifies a drink as a punch? ›

Punch, referring to a beverage, indicates either a spiced concoction of hard liquor, wine, or beer and fruit juices (sometimes tea), or a refreshing, nonalcoholic mixture of fruit juices often with carbonated soda added; both are made in "party" size quantities.

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