Description
Green holiday cheer sparkles with Grinch Punch, a whimsical blend of lime sherbet, sprite, and vodka that captures festive spirits. Guests will delight in this playful Christmas cocktail that delivers maximum merriment with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base:
- 2 liters green fruit punch
- 1 cup lime sherbet
- 1/2 cup sprite or 7-up
Alcohol (Optional):
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup green apple liqueur
Garnish:
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 4–5 maraschino cherries
- 1 lime (sliced)
- Ice cubes (2 cups)
Instructions
- In a large punch bowl, pour the vibrant green fruit punch, creating a festive base with a whimsical Grinch-inspired hue.
- Gently fold in the creamy lime sherbet, allowing it to slowly dissolve and create a smooth, frothy texture that adds richness to the punch.
- Pour the sprite or 7-up into the mixture, introducing a fizzy effervescence that lightens the drink’s overall character.
- For an adult version, carefully blend in the vodka and green apple liqueur, stirring until completely integrated for a balanced flavor profile.
- Chill the punch in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to ensure optimal temperature and allow the flavors to meld together.
- Just before serving, fill glasses with ice cubes to keep the punch refreshingly cold.
- Top each glass with a generous dollop of whipped cream, creating a cloud-like crown that adds a decadent touch.
- Artfully garnish with maraschino cherries, nestled playfully on top of the whipped cream.
- Finish by adding a delicate lime slice to the rim of each glass, providing a zesty aromatic accent and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately, ensuring each guest experiences the full sensory delight of this playful, festive beverage.
Notes
- Customize the punch’s sweetness by adjusting the lime sherbet and fruit punch ratio to suit different taste preferences.
- Experiment with alternative liqueurs like melon or blue curaçao for unique color variations and flavor twists.
- Create a kid-friendly version by replacing alcoholic ingredients with additional sprite or green fruit juice.
- Prepare ahead by pre-chilling ingredients and assembling the punch just before serving to maintain optimal fizz and temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg