Looking for the perfect holiday drink to serve at your Christmas celebrations? This Sparkling Cranberry Punch is my go-to party punch recipe! it is an irresistible combination of tart cranberries and sugary sweetness, perfect for any celebratory occasion, and is perfect for the holiday season. This holiday punch recipe is easy to make and will keep your guests satisfied with each sip.

Sparkling Cranberry Punch

Nothing says celebration like a sparkling Cranberry Punch! With its beautiful red hue and bubbly texture, this tart yet sweet drink is the perfect way to get any party started. Not only does it taste delicious, but it’s also full of flavor that will brighten up any holiday gathering. Whether you’re looking for something special to serve at your next family event or just want a light and tasty punch to enjoy with friends, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to be a hit.

When I am planning the holiday festivities I always want a few things that are super easy. I love easy recipes for the holidays that I can make along with the more time-consuming ones to make it balance how much time I am spending on prep. This festive drink is perfect for family gatherings as it is easy to make and it only takes a few minutes to whip up.

Sparkling Cranberry Punch Recipe in a glass

My whole family loves this easy Christmas punch recipe and it is so easy to make for a large crowd! It is perfect for family dinners and Christmas parties too! This easy party punch is so easy to make you can have one of the kids make it if you want to!

This festive punch is the perfect color for when you are wanting a festive looking table and it looks amazing when placed on the appetizer table with a cheese board, cookie tray and other holiday appetizers you are serving.

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large glass bowl of cranberry party punch

How to Decorate Your Christmas Punch

Adding festive decorations to your holiday cranberry punch is a great way to show off your creativity and make it even more special. You can use cranberries, citrus slices, and cinnamon sticks as drink garnishes.

Make an Ice Ring. An ice ring is an easy way to make a stunning presentation for your Sparkling Cranberry Punch. Simply combine cranberries, orange slices, and cinnamon sticks in a Bundt pan or other ring-shaped mold. Fill the pan with water, then freeze overnight. When you’re ready to serve the punch, simply remove the frozen ring from the mold and float it in the punch bowl.

Add colorful straws, sprinkles or edible glitter. I like adding these around the rim of the glasses, or using seasonal-themed paper straws for a festive look.

Add some mint. You can also add some fresh mint leaves to the punch to give it a bit of a minty taste. Mint leaves also look amazing when you are serving this cold drink in a glass.

overhead photo of Sparkling Cranberry holiday Punch Recipe in a clear glass

What fruit can I add to Cranberry punch?

You can add some fresh fruit to your punch as well, fresh orange slices, apple slices and pineapple are all great additions.

How Much Punch Do I Need?

When making Sparkling Cranberry Punch, it is important to keep in mind how much punch you will need. Depending on the size of your gathering and the number of other beverages being served, you may want to prepare more or less punch than the recipe calls for. A good rule of thumb is one batch of this party punch recipe per 10-12 people.

How to Serve Cranberry holiday punch

You can serve this punch in a drink dispenser or in a large bowl. I prefer to use a bowl so that everyone gets some of the cranberries in their drink as well as the drink itself.

Can it Be Made Ahead?

Yes, Sparkling Cranberry Punch can be made ahead of time. The best way is to mix the ingredients in a large pitcher and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve it. This will ensure that all of the flavors are blended together nicely and that the drink is nice and cold when served.

Make it an Adult Drink

This can easily be made in an adult beverage. You can add vodka, rum, or tequila to the punch. can also add some liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau, to give it a kick. Prosecco or Champagne are great options for a sparkling twist.

You can also make it an adult punch on a per glass basis. Add about 2 ounces of the chosen spirit to each glass and top it off with the Sparkling Cranberry Punch.

Tips for Making Sparkling Cranberry Punch

This recipe is so simple because it is just 3 ingredients. Cranberries are mixed together with cranberry juice and Sprite or Gingerale. While this punch is simple to make, here are some tips to make it even better.

Use fresh cranberries rather than frozen and make sure they are washed before adding them to the punch.
If you don’t like too much sweetness, opt for 100% cranberry juice over a sweetened variety.
Add sliced oranges or lemons for an extra burst of flavor and color.
If you would like to make this punch extra bubbly, reduce the amount of juice and add more soda.
For a special touch, try freezing cranberries before adding them to your punch bowl.

What is the best soda to use?

You can use any club soda, store brand works just as well as name brand. I prefer to use either Sprite or Gingerale.

Sparkling Cranberry Punch Recipe ingredients

Sparkling Cranberry Punch Ingredients

2 cans of frozen cranberry juice
16 ounce bag of cranberries frozen
2 liter bottle of sprite or ginger ale

How to Make Sparkling Cranberry Punch Recipe

Thaw the cranberry juice on the counter or in the fridge.

Pour thawed cranberry juice concentrate into a large punch bowl.

Add in the frozen cranberries.

Pour the Sprite or gingerale in and mix together.

Serve over ice.

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