Quick Holiday Punch Ice Ring (Printable Version)

A festive punch featuring citrus, cranberry, and a decorative fruit ice ring, perfect for gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Ice Ring

01 - 1 orange, thinly sliced
02 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup fresh cranberries
04 - 2 cups water or clear fruit juice (e.g., white grape juice)

→ Punch

05 - 4 cups cranberry juice, chilled
06 - 2 cups orange juice, chilled
07 - 1 cup pineapple juice, chilled
08 - 34 fl oz ginger ale, chilled
09 - 34 fl oz lemon-lime soda, chilled
10 - ½ cup fresh lemon juice
11 - ½ cup simple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)

# How To Make:

01 - Arrange orange slices, lemon slices, and cranberries in a Bundt pan or ring mold. Pour water or clear fruit juice over until fully covered. Freeze for at least 4 hours until solid.
02 - Briefly dip the pan in warm water to loosen the ice ring. Invert onto a plate carefully.
03 - In a large punch bowl, mix cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup if using. Stir to blend evenly.
04 - Just before serving, gently pour in the ginger ale and lemon-lime soda. Stir lightly to combine.
05 - Float the prepared ice ring in the punch bowl for a festive presentation and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Refreshing citrus and cranberry flavors
  • Decorative ice ring adds festive touch
02 -
  • For an adult version add 1 cup of vodka or rum to the punch mixture
  • Substitute other fruits for the ice ring such as sliced limes or raspberries
03 -
  • Freeze the ice ring overnight for best results
  • Add fresh cranberries and citrus to garnish punch bowl
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