The Best Easter Punch Recipe
This is the best Easter punch recipe – fruity, bubbly, and so easy to make. It’s a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink that is perfect for Easter brunch or any spring celebration!
This is seriously one of the easiest recipes to throw together to celebrate Easter. Fruity, delicious punch is one of my favorite drinks to serve at holiday events and family gatherings.
Creating a beautiful punch is always fun for Easter Sunday! I love to pair this pretty drink with treats from the Easter bunny and a delicious brunch.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This non-alcoholic Easter party punch is a delightful blend of fresh fruit and sparkling fruit juice, making it the perfect drink for your Easter celebration. It’s not only refreshing and delicious, but also a breeze to prepare, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities.
The vibrant colors and fruity flavors make this easy punch a hit at family gatherings, and it’s versatile enough to be enjoyed at baby showers, bridal showers, or any special occasion.
What is Punch?
Punch is a festive beverage that usually combines simple ingredients like fresh fruit, fruit juices, and some kind of carbonated beverage. It’s great for all kinds of occasions, but especially fun during the holiday season.
This non-alcoholic punch recipe makes a great mocktail for those wanting to refrain from alcohol consumption. You could easily add spirits to the pitcher to make an alcoholic version as well.
This Easter punch is non-alcoholic and perfect for the kids, but if you want to add a bottle of champagne to create a festive Easter sangria, you totally can! Check out a few of our other punch recipes below.
More Punch Recipes
- Non-alcoholic Christmas punch recipe
- Easter brunch punch recipe
- Strawberry Valentine’s punch
- Thanksgiving non-alcoholic punch
How to Garnish a Festive Punch
- Edible flowers would make lovely, colorful garnishes – perfect for Easter!
- Add orange slices or fresh herbs to create a pretty display.
- Or simply allow the colorful melon to shine through with a bit of crushed ice.
This festive drink is awesome because there are endless yummy options for personalizing it to your taste.
Variations of Easter Punch Recipes
- Experiment with different fruity flavors! Try adding fresh lemon juice, lime juice, or grapefruit to this recipe.
- Fresh strawberries could be used instead of melons for a very berry punch.
- Add ginger ale, club soda, simple syrup, or lemon-lime soda instead of 7UP.
- Use pink lemonade, apple juice, or cranberry juice instead of the pineapple and orange juices.
- Make this in a large punch bowl, add an ice ring, and float fruit slices for a different look.
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Some of My Kitchen Essentials for Cocktails
- I love using these mixing pitchers for all of my drinks.
- These silicone spatulas are perfect for mixing and stirring cocktails.
- This Henckel knife is my favorite for slicing and dicing in the kitchen.
- This cocktail muddler is perfect for muddling the lime and mint in mojitos.
Melon Punch Recipe
Ingredients
- Pineapple juice – My absolute favorite fruit juice!
- Orange juice – Adds a crisp citrus flavor to the punch.
- Sprite or 7UP – Even ginger ale would work! Just pick something bubbly.
- Watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew, diced – These colorful melons not only look gorgeous but also add a fresh, juicy burst of flavor.
Instructions
1. Gather ingredients and grab a large pitcher.
2. Cut the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew into small cubes.
I was inspired by the colors of this melon ball punch recipe – if you have a melon baller, this would be a fun technique to use too!
3. Place the fruit into a large pitcher.
4. Add the orange and pineapple fruit juices.
5. Fill the pitcher with 7UP and stir with a long handled wooded spoon to combine.
6. Finally, serve with ice in individual glasses.
You can store this punch in the refrigerator for later or pour it into a large sealed carafe to take with you! It is best served within 24 hours of making.
Tips and Tricks
- Freeze some of the punch with fruit slices in a ring mold to keep the punch cold without watering it down.
- Ensuring all your juices and sodas are well-chilled before mixing is another way to keep the punch refreshingly cold without diluting it with ice.
- Make sure your pitcher or punch bowl is large enough to allow ample space for mixing and showing off all those vibrant colors.
- To maintain the fizzy texture and freshness, it’s best to add your soda to the punch shortly before your guests arrive.
- Float edible flowers, orange slices, or fresh herbs on top for a pretty display that’s sure to impress.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can I store leftover Easter Punch?
It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. The soda may lose its fizz, so add a splash of fresh soda before serving.
Can I use frozen fruit instead of fresh?
Yes! Frozen fruit works great and even helps keep the punch cold without watering it down like ice cubes would.
What’s the best way to serve this punch for a large crowd?
Use a large punch bowl with a ladle for easy serving, or prepare multiple large pitchers so guests can refill their glasses easily.
Can I make this punch without sugary soda?
Absolutely! Swap the lemon-lime soda or ginger ale for sugar-free versions, sparkling water, or club soda for a lighter, less sweet option.
What fruits pair well with this recipe?
Besides melons, try fresh strawberries, pineapple chunks, or citrus slices for extra fruity flavors and a beautiful punch presentation!
Can I add alcohol to this punch?
Absolutely! For an adult version, consider adding a bottle of champagne to create a festive Easter sangria. Alternatively, spirits like vodka or rum can be added to taste.
I love all of the pretty pastel colors of this fruit punch. Be sure to add this delicious melon party drink to your Easter celebrations this year.
Add this refreshing punch to all of your holiday celebrations and parties this Easter weekend. Creating festive drinks is the perfect way to get into the Easter spirit!
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Happy Easter!
The Best Easter Punch Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- 4 cups Sprite or 7UP
- ½ cup each watermelon cantaloupe and honeydew, diced
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and grab a large pitcher.
- Cut the watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew into small cubes.
- Place the fruit into a large pitcher.
- Add the orange and pineapple fruit juices.
- Fill the pitcher with 7UP and stir with a long handled wooded spoon to combine.
- Finally, serve with ice in individual glasses.
Nutrition
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Hi! If i were to make this alcoholic, do you think it would taste good to use champagne in place of sprite? Thanks!
Champagne is a great option! We’ve used moscato too :)
To make it alcoholic do we leave out the Sprite and just put in the champagne?
You sure can! That sounds delicious :)