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Easy Sparkling Holiday Mocktail Punch

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A quick and festive non-alcoholic punch made with cranberry juice, sparkling water, and frozen berries that act as both ice and garnish. Ready in 5 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (960 ml) cranberry juice (100% juice, not cocktail)
  • 4 cups (960 ml) sparkling water or club soda (plain)
  • 2 cups (about 300 g) frozen mixed berries (raspberries, blackberries, blueberries)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey or simple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
  • Fresh rosemary or mint sprigs (for garnish)
  • 1 orange, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Chill the cranberry juice and sparkling water in the fridge for at least 10 minutes (optional but recommended).
  2. Roll each lemon firmly on the counter, cut in half crosswise, and juice into a small bowl. Remove seeds. You need about ¼ cup total.
  3. If using honey and it is thick or crystallized, warm it in a small bowl in the microwave for 10 seconds or set in a dish of hot water for 1 minute to help it dissolve.
  4. Pour the cranberry juice into a large pitcher or punch bowl. Add the fresh lemon juice and honey (if using). Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the honey is fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
  5. Add the frozen berries directly to the juice mixture (do not thaw). Stir gently to distribute.
  6. Open the sparkling water right before adding. Pour it slowly down the side of the pitcher or bowl to preserve carbonation. Stir once or twice very gently.
  7. Float the orange slices on top. Tuck rosemary sprigs or mint leaves around the edges. Serve immediately. For individual glasses, place one berry and a small herb sprig in each glass before pouring.

Notes

The frozen berries act as ice cubes that won’t dilute the punch. For best results, chill ingredients beforehand and add sparkling water last. The punch stays cold and fizzy for about 30 minutes. If making for a party, prepare the base ahead and add berries and sparkling water just before serving.

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Keywords: holiday punch, mocktail, non-alcoholic, cranberry punch, sparkling punch, easy punch, party drink

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