Quick and easy Christmas Holiday Punch made with 100% fruit juices and no added sugar. This festive, family-friendly drink is perfect for holiday gatherings and takes only minutes to prepare.
After hosting our first Christmas party last year, we decided it should become an annual tradition. For the next celebration I served a non-alcoholic version of a cocktail my husband created because everyone loved it.
I tested several flavor combinations (including a few kid taste-tests) and landed on a bright, refreshing punch made entirely from 100% fruit juices — no added sweeteners required.
This simple Christmas punch is both crowd-pleasing and family-appropriate. 🎄
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fast and easy: Combine the juices, stir in fresh lime, and serve.
- Simple ingredients: Cranberry, orange, and apple juices plus fresh lime. Freshly squeezed citrus gives the best flavor.
- No added sugar: This punch uses only 100% fruit juices—no sherbet, soda, simple syrup, or sweeteners.
- Kid-friendly: The flavor is balanced and appealing for children and adults alike.
- Flexible: If you prefer a sweeter profile, add a little more apple juice or a splash of sparkling apple cider for fizz.
Ingredient Notes
- Cranberry juice: Choose 100% unsweetened cranberry juice, not cranberry juice cocktail.
- Orange juice: Use 100% orange juice. Freshly squeezed orange juice offers the best brightness, with or without pulp depending on preference.
- Apple juice: Use 100% apple juice for natural sweetness and body.
- Fresh lime: Freshly squeezed lime juice adds acidity and balance. Bottled lime juice can be used in a pinch.
How to Make This Recipe
Pour all ingredients into a large pitcher or punch bowl and stir gently to combine.
If you like a little sparkle, top each glass with a splash of sparkling apple cider just before serving to preserve the fizz.
Dietitian Tip
Always check packaged juice labels to confirm they contain 100% juice and no added sugars or sugar substitutes.
Many cranberry juice cocktails contain added sugar, so compare labels if you want a no-added-sugar option.
Helpful Tips
- To increase sweetness, raise the proportion of apple juice relative to cranberry juice.
- Always use 100% fruit juices rather than juice cocktails with added sugar.
- Add any sparkling juice right before serving so it stays bubbly.
- Serve ice on the side to avoid diluting the punch too quickly.
- Freeze leftovers in ice cube trays to use later.
- Avoid substituting pomegranate juice for cranberry juice in this recipe; it can make the punch bitter.
Questions You May Have
Serve from a pitcher or a large punch bowl. A pitcher tends to be less messy, while a punch bowl can create a prettier presentation. Add fresh orange or lime slices, or a handful of fresh or frozen cranberries, for a festive look.
Yes. Prepare up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Stir before serving, as pulp may settle.
Stored in the refrigerator, this punch keeps well for about 3 days. Stir before serving to redistribute any settled pulp.
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📖 Recipe
Christmas Holiday Punch (Non-Alcoholic)
Kristi
Pin Recipe
Equipment
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1 pitcher
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1 Measuring cups and spoons set
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberry juice unsweetened cranberry juice, not cranberry juice cocktail.
- 1¼ cup orange juice 100% juice. Freshly squeezed orange juice will add the most flavor.
- 4⅔ cup apple juice 100% apple juice.
- 2 teaspoon lime juice freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a pitcher, stir to combine, and serve. Garnish with lime or orange slices if desired.1 cup cranberry juice, 1¼ cup orange juice, 4⅔ cup apple juice, 2 teaspoon lime juice
Notes
- Use 100% fruit juices rather than juice cocktails with added sugar.
- Do not substitute cranberry juice cocktail or apple-cranberry blends if you want no added sugar.
- The punch can be made ahead and chilled; add ice or sparkling juice just before serving.
- Freeze leftover punch in ice cube trays to use later or to keep drinks cold without diluting them.
- Garnish each glass with a lime wedge or add orange slices to the pitcher for a festive presentation.
*Nutrition information is estimated and will vary depending on exact ingredients and amounts used.