The Best Valentine’s Day Punch Recipe
This Valentine’s Day punch is bursting with sweet strawberry puree, pineapple juice, and fizzy soda—perfect for Valentine’s Day parties, baby showers, or any special occasion!
Punch is one of my favorite drinks to serve at holiday events and parties. It’s just so easy to throw together a big batch of this pretty pink punch in a large punch bowl or pitcher.
This is the best Valentine’s Day punch recipe! This non-alcoholic punch is full of sweet strawberry puree and darling strawberry hearts, making it the perfect drink to share with your sweetheart.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This strawberry mocktail recipe uses simple ingredients like pineapple juice, 7up, and strawberries to create a festive drink that’s just as pretty as it is tasty. It’s versatile, kid-friendly, and can even be turned into a festive sangria by adding wine.
The combination of fizzy soda and fresh fruit makes this recipe for Valentine’s Day punch a refreshing choice for any event. Be sure to add it to your next Valentine’s Day party menu.
What is Punch?
Punch is a festive beverage that usually combines 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 fruit punch recipe is perfect for kids and makes a great mocktail for those wanting to refrain from alcohol consumption. You could easily add spirits or your favorite wine to the pitcher to make an alcoholic version as well.
Check out a few of our other easy party punch recipes below…
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How to Garnish Strawberry Punch
- Add red or green apple slices.
- Use cinnamon sticks, star anise, or other whole spices to warm up the flavor profile.
- Use fresh lime, lemon, or orange slices.
- Add fresh mint leaves or lemon zest to each glass.
- Think fruits with the classic Valentine colors of red and pink.
This festive drink is awesome because there are endless good options for personalizing it to your taste.
Variations of Valentine Punch Recipes
- Experiment with different citrus flavors! Try adding fresh lemon juice or fresh lime juice for a tangy twist.
- Watermelon could be used instead of strawberries for a melon punch.
- Add ginger ale, soda water, simple syrup, tonic water, club soda, or apple cider instead of 7up.
- Use pomegranate juice, orange juice, or grape juice instead of pineapple juice.
- Use fresh pineapple juice for a richer, more natural taste.
- Make a creamy version by adding ice cream or raspberry sherbet.
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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.
Strawberry Punch Recipe
Ingredients
- Pineapple juice – This is my favorite fruit juice to use. The sweet, tropical flavor pairs perfectly with the strawberries without overpowering them.
- Sprite or 7up – Adds a fizzy, refreshing pop to the fruity punch base. Ginger ale or club soda would work too.
- Frozen strawberries, pureed – These give the punch its bold fruity flavor and pink lemonade vibes. You could also use strawberry daiquiri mix in a pinch.
- Fresh strawberries, halved – Carved into adorable hearts, they’re the ultimate garnish for this sweetheart punch.
Instructions
1. Begin by making the strawberry puree. Defrost the frozen strawberries and place them in a medium mixing bowl. Use a hand blender to puree the strawberries until smooth.
2. Remove the leaves from the fresh strawberries and cut each berry in half. With a pairing knife, carefully trim them into heart shapes.
3. Add the unsweetened strawberry juice puree to a large pitcher.
4. Add half of the strawberry hearts to the pitcher (reserve some to garnish each glass).
5. Add the pineapple juice to the strawberry mixture, stirring to combine.
6. Fill the pitcher with 7up and and give it a gentle stir.
7. Finally, pour into serving glasses over ice and garnish with extra strawberry hearts.
You can store this punch in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later or pour it into a large sealed carafe to take with you! Serve with ice cubes.
Tips and Tricks
- Frozen strawberry puree can be replaced with strawberry daiquiri mix, but we get the best results from making our own quick puree when we can.
- Chill all your ingredients beforehand for the best flavor and fizz.
- For extra fizz, wait until just before serving to add the soda.
- Serve in clear glasses or mason jars to highlight the beautiful pink color and heart shapes.
- Store leftovers in the fridge, but avoid adding soda until just before serving to keep the fizz fresh.
Creating festive drinks is the perfect way to get into the Valentine’s Day spirit. Add this easy recipe to all of your holiday celebrations, baby or bridal showers, and other parties.
This delicious drink is the perfect refreshment on a hot day too!
Why not experiment with the strawberry flavor by adding watermelon and fresh herbs to create a watermelon strawberry mocktail that would be perfect for the summer months.
I can see adding fresh berries or a spring of mint too. The possibilities are endless!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this punch ahead of time?
Yes! Mix the strawberry puree and pineapple juice ahead, but add the Sprite or 7up just before serving to preserve the fizz.
What can I use instead of strawberries?
You can try watermelon, raspberries, or even grape juice for a fun twist on this non-alcoholic punch.
Can I add alcohol to this punch?
Absolutely! Add a bottle of white wine or champagne to turn this into a sparkling Valentine’s Day sangria.
How do I make this punch less sweet?
Use club soda or tonic water, instead of Sprite or 7up, to cut the sweetness while keeping the fizz.
With its gorgeous pink color and darling heart-shaped strawberries, this special drink is guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family! Whether you’re hosting a Valentine’s Day party, serving it at a bridal shower, or just treating the kids, this punch is an absolute favorite for every special occasion!
So raise a glass to love and delicious Valentine’s Day punch! Cheers!
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Valentine’s Day Punch Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups pineapple juice
- 4 cups Sprite or 7up
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 lb fresh strawberries halved
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Begin by making the strawberry puree. Defrost the frozen strawberries and place them in a medium mixing bowl. Use a hand blender to puree the strawberries until smooth.
- Remove the leaves from the fresh strawberries and cut each berry in half. With a pairing knife, trim them all into a heart shape.
- Add the unsweetened strawberry puree to a large pitcher.
- Add half of the fruit to the pitcher (reserve some to garnish each glass).
- Add the pineapple juice.
- Fill the pitcher with 7up and stir with a long handled wooded spoon to combine.
- Finally, serve with ice in individual glasses and garnish with extra strawberry hearts.
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