Prepare to dazzle your guests with these punch recipes at your next big gathering. We have everything here from fruity punches to champagne bowls. Get ready to sparkle!
35 Punch Recipes for a Swinging Shindig
Updated on Sep. 08, 2023
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Topsy-Turvy Sangria
Total Time
10 min
Servings
10 servings (about 2 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this recipe from a friend a few years ago. Perfect for relaxed get-togethers. it’s even better if you make it the night before and let the flavors steep. But watch out—it goes down easy. —Tracy Field, Bremerton, Washington
The perfect balance between sweet and tart, this red wine sangria is sure to please. Swap the peach and strawberries for apples and pears when fall rolls around.
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Quick White Sangria
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Using white wine makes my version of sangria a little lighter, yet it still has the same wonderful sweetness. Frozen fruit allows me to serve this any time of year. Nothing beats this white sangria recipe. —Sharon Tipton, Orlando, Florida
Using white wine makes this version of sangria a little lighter, yet it still has the same wonderful sweetness. It tastes best with fresh fruit, but you can still use frozen peaches and strawberries to enjoy year round.
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Salty Dog Sangria
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Mix up grapefruit vodka, ginger ale, grapefruit juice, a little wine and simple syrup and what do you get? A perfectly refreshing and beautiful sipper fit for any holiday or special gathering. —Becky Hardin, St. Peters, Missouri
Grapefruit vodka, ginger ale, grapefruit juice, a little wine and simple syrup make this recipe a real winner. It turns out to be a perfectly refreshing and beautiful punch recipe fit for any holiday or special gathering.
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Citrus & White Grape Juice Party Punch
Total Time
5 min
Servings
32 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I was looking for a punch that wouldn't stain expensive prom dresses and tuxedos. Everyone loved this! You can mix the first four ingredients ahead of time, refrigerate and add the soda right before serving. —Karen Ballance, Wolf Lake, Illinois
White grape juice and lemonade makes this punch perfect for a party! If you want to spend even less time in the kitchen, you can mix the first four ingredients ahead of time, refrigerate and add the soda right before serving.
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Minty Tea Punch
Total Time
15 min
Servings
12 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Forget sugary (and boring) sodas for your next potluck and treat your family and friends to a refreshing homemade punch. —Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
This refreshing homemade punch will knock it out of the park every time. Plus, the tea will give everyone an extra pep in their step.
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Rainbow Spritzer
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Layers of colorful fruit submerged in a fizzy, sweet beverage make this a kid-friendly sipper that gets two thumbs-up. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Layers of colorful fruit submerged in a fizzy, sweet beverage make this a kid-friendly sipper that gets two thumbs-up.
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Sparkling Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
24 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
As a table brightener, fix a bowl of festive fruity punch—it's a refreshing beverage you can mix together in moments. To dress it up even more, I add an ice ring filled with oranges, lemons and cranberries. —Karen Ann Bland, Gove, Kansas
What’s better than regular punch? Sparkling punch! This colorful beverage is beautiful as it is delicious.
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Blood Orange Punch
Total Time
5 min
Servings
3-1/2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
This tangy punch is festive, refreshing and easy to prepare. Instead of plain ice cubes, I add frozen orange juice cubes. —Sandy McKenzie, Braham, Minnesota
This tangy punch is festive, refreshing and so easy to make. We recommend using frozen orange juice ice cubes instead of instead of plain ice cubes.
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Banana Brunch Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
60-70 servings (10 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's more spectacular than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to a winter day. —Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
This banana punch is ideal for brunch to give you an extra pep in your step. It’s nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that’s way more fun than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to cold and dreary day.
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Strawberry Cooler
Total Time
10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
During the dog days of summer, my family looks for a cold, thirst-quenching drink. I like this strawberry cooler because it's sparkling, refreshing and fast and easy to make.
This sparkling punch will quench your thirst on hot summer days. It’s great to bring to a party or potluck when there’s a need for a fun and refreshing drink.
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Rhubarb Citrus Punch
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 12 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Rhubarb grows abundantly in our large farm garden. I'll make this punch for summertime gatherings or for special occasions with our extended family. —Ina Frey, St. Clemens, Ontario
This tropical tasting punch will add a summer breeze to every gathering you bring it. The combo of rhubarb and citrus make this a real winner.
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Cranberry Fizz
Total Time
5 min
Servings
2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
With just five basic ingredients, this wonderfully tangy punch couldn't be much simpler to stir together. —Suzette Jury, Keene, California
With just five basic ingredients, this punch couldn’t be easier to make. Plus, everyone will love the sparkling aspect of this recipe!
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Celebration Punch
Total Time
15 min
Servings
16 servings (about 1 gallon)
From the Recipe Creator:
This pretty fruit punch has just the right amount of sweetness. The ice ring keeps it cool for hours without diluting the flavor.
—Marci Carl, Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania
This pretty fruit punch has just the right amount of sweetness and zing to it. Plus, the ice ring keeps it cool for hours without diluting the flavor.
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Orange-Apricot Mimosa Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
20 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
We make this punch for our annual Christmas brunch, and everyone loves it! I usually triple this recipe for a bigger crowd and garnish the punch with an orange-tangerine ice ring made several days ahead of time. —Kathy McKay, Acworth, Georgia
You truly can’t ever go wrong with mimosas. But this recipe really knocks it out of the park. With apricot flavors, this mimosa has a tropical flair to it.
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Pretty Pink Punch
Total Time
15 min
Servings
50 servings (7-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This refreshing punch is convenient because you can make it ahead of time and just add the ginger ale just before serving. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
This refreshing punch is convenient because you can make it ahead of time and just add the ginger ale just before serving.
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Peach Champagne
Total Time
10 min
Servings
20 servings (3-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I searched high and low for the perfect punch recipe and finally decided to create my own. This sipper is a big hit at parties, especially weddings. In summer I freeze fresh peaches and fresh strawberries; if you don't have fresh fruit, store-bought frozen fruit works just as well. —Linda Hall, Evington, Virginia
This is the ultimate punch recipe of summer. It’s fruity and sweet thanks to the peaches and the champagne adds a nice sparkle to it.
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Chilean Monkey Tail Punch
Total Time
15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Stories vary surrounding the origins of this punch's unique name. Some say it was initially served in a bottle depicting a monkey with a long tail, but others suggest it was named after a funny incident with a Chilean president in the early 1900s. Whatever the origin, coffee and spirits will make this sweet chilled drink warm you right up this Christmas. It also goes by "cola de mono." —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Coffee and spirits make up this sweet chilled drink that will be sure to get you energized and excited for the holidays. Cheers!
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Champagne Party Punch
Total Time
15 min
Servings
18 servings (about 3-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
To make this punch even more festive, float an ice ring in the punch. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
You can’t have a party without champagne! To make this punch even more festive, float an ice ring in the punch.
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Raspberry Refresher
Total Time
30 min
Servings
14 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe explodes with raspberry flavor! It's a wonderful summertime treat.—Doreen Patterson, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia
This recipe explodes with raspberry flavor! It’s a wonderful summertime treat and berry lovers will be coming back for more.
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Holiday Wassail Punch
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This festive and fruity punch is made with five kinds of juices plus cinnamon and allspice for a unique, well-balanced flavor.—Jennifer Stout, Blandon, Pennsylvania
This festive and fruity punch is made with five kinds of juices plus cinnamon and allspice for a beautifully well-balanced flavor.
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Citrus Punch
Total Time
5 min
Servings
2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
This zesty punch is a refreshing addition to my holiday table. I love its fruity flavor and the bright sunshiny color. You can easily double the recipe if you're expecting a larger group. —Dianne Conway, London, Ontario
This zesty punch is a refreshing addition to any gathering. You can easily double the recipe if you’re bringing this to a potluck or gathering.
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Pirate Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
21 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
The nice tang to this punch, crowned by foamy topping, makes it a very refreshing drink. Children love it! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The nice tang to this punch, crowned by foamy topping, makes it a very refreshing drink. Children love it too!
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Pink Rhubarb Punch
Total Time
30 min
Servings
20 servings (about 5 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Rhubarb is the featured ingredient in this blush-colored punch. A friend passed the recipe on to me, and we enjoy it so much that I thought others might, too. —Rebecca Mininger, Jeromesville, Ohio
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Bubbly Champagne Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This champagne punch, served at my wedding, continues to this day to be the elegant drink we serve at special events. —Anita Geoghagan, Woodstock, Georgia
This champagne punch is a elegant drink that’s perfect for special events like weddings or anniversaries.
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Spiced Cider Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
12 servings (about 3-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve shared this recipe with many friends. It never wears out its welcome and is so easy to make. It’s also delicious warm. —Charles Piatt, Little Rock, Akansas
Say goodbye to regular cider and hello to this chai-inspired twist on basic spiced cider punch. This punch is great cold or hot!
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Cranberry Fruit Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
24 servings (about 1 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I tried different combinations of juices until I came up with this pleasant punch that's not too sweet. It's perfect when you're serving a lot of holiday sweets. —Jean Ann Herritt, Canton, Ohio
This punch is perfect for people who don’t want to consume anything too sweet. The cranberry adds a wonderful tartness to the beverage.
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Witches’ Brew
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Stir up some Halloween beverages that are as bewitching as the rest of your menu. Omit the vodka for a nonalcoholic version so the kids can have some, too! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Witch’s brew will satisfy all the parents after a day of trick-or-treating with the kids. Plus, you can’t resist that green spooky color.
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Pineapple Rum Punch
Total Time
10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this with my favorite Bahamian juices. I got the inspiration for it from other Bahama punches I have sampled. —Pamela Vitti Knowles, Henderson, North Carolina
This lovely punch is a great way to wind down after a hard day of work. The pineapple adds just the right amount of sweetness. Feel free to serve without the rum for delicious mock-tails.
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Mixed Berry Sangria
Total Time
10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a light, tasty beverage to serve with spoons so everyone can enjoy the fresh berries once the sangria is gone. — Linda Cifuentes, Mahomet, Illinois
This punch is light and berrylicious! Everyone will gulp this lovely beverage up. Plus, it’s shockingly easy to whip up in minutes.
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Slow-Cooker Christmas Punch
Total Time
3 hours 5 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This holiday, why not indulge in a warm ruby red punch made in the slow cooker? We use cinnamon and Red Hots to give it that cozy spiced flavor and welcome-home aroma. —Angie Goins, Tazewell, TN
Why not indulge in a warm ruby red punch for winter parties? The cinnamon and Red Hots give it that cozy spiced flavor perfect for cooler days or nights.
This strawberry cooler drink is a crowd winner because it’s sparkling and refreshing. It’s ideal for the summertime when you need something more special than just a juice.
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This pink cooler is deliciously thirst-quenching on a hot and humid day. Discover the bubbly blend that includes cranberry, pineapple, orange and lemon juices.
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Brandy Slush
Total Time
15 min
Servings
21 servings (about 4 quarts slush mix)
From the Recipe Creator:
This citrusy slush is a Midwestern party go-to. Instead of regular brandy, swap in other spirits, like blackberry brandy or berry vodka. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
This slush with a hint of citrus keeps you cool on hot summer days. Even if you’re not a tea lover, you’ll likely find the mix of flavors pleasing.
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Mulled Wine
Total Time
45 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This mulled wine is soothing and satisfying with a delightful blend of spices warmed to perfection. Refrigerating the wine mixture overnight allows the flavors to blend, so don't omit this essential step. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This mulled wine is soothing and satisfying with a delightful blend of spices warmed to perfection. Refrigerating the wine mixture overnight allows the flavors to blend, so don’t omit this essential step.
