Our Cranberry Ginger Ale Pear Punch is just what Santa ordered!
Our easy-to-make, festive and delicious punch combines the taste of golden pears, tart pomegranate cranberry juice, and the spicy fizz of ginger ale for the perfect holiday refreshment!
Cranberry Ginger Ale Pear Punch
When it comes to entertaining guests around the holidays, you got to have refreshments, and creating an easy, stunning, and delicious punch is guaranteed to make your guests feel special and pampered.
I am not sure how pears became associated with Christmas, but after a little digging online, I found that pears have long been valued as a symbol of abundance and longevity.
Some say it was the pear and not the apple; Eve picked and ate in the Garden of Eden.
I wasn’t there, so I can’t verify.
What You Will Need To Make Our Cranberry Holiday Punch
Pear & Pomegranate Cranberry Juice. The pear and pomegranate cranberry juice combination is an excellent base for this holiday punch.
If you can’t find pear juice, I recommend nectarine juice or peach nectar.
Cranberry Ginger Ale. Chilled Cranberry Ginger Ale gives this holiday punch a kick in the pants. It’s the perfect fizzy addition to making this a punch that just might become a family tradition.
Here’s to hoping!
Pears. Persimmons. Cranberries & Cinnamon Sticks. Our festive holiday punch is garnished with slices of ripe pears, persimmons, whole cranberries, cinnamon sticks. Grate a bit of a cinnamon stick into the drink to give it a bit more spice!
Think of the cinnamon spice as the HO HO HO in this yummy Yuletide punch creation!
Fresh Sprigs of Mint. Adding a bit of fresh mint is just a good look when it comes to making this holiday punch look as good as it tastes! I was lucky this year because our family garden is still producing lots of fresh mint.
Also, mint grows well in a pot placed on a windowsill. I am just saying because buying fresh mint at the grocery will put you in the poor house!
Cranberry Ginger Ale Pear Punch
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of pear juice
- 4 cups of pomegranate cranberry juice
- 2 cans of cranberry ginger ale
- 5-6 fresh sprigs of mint
- 15 whole cranberries
- 2-3 cinnamon sticks
Directions:
- Add the pear juice, pomegranate cranberry juice, and cranberry ginger ale to a large punch bowl. Stir gently to mix, and taste to adjust sweetness if needed, ensuring the punch suits your flavor preferences.
- Drop in the whole cranberries, whole mint sprigs, and cinnamon sticks.
- Place the punch bowl in the refrigerator and chill for 2–4 hours, depending on your schedule. The longer it chills, the more the flavors develop.
- When it’s time to pour, add ice only to individual glasses, not the punch bowl. This keeps the punch flavorful and cold, preventing watering down and ensuring each sip stays refreshing.
- Ladle the punch into glasses, garnish with a cranberry or mint sprig if desired, and serve in clear glasses to showcase the festive colors and garnishes.
Make-Ahead Tips
- You can mix everything except the mint and cranberries up to 24 hours ahead.
- Add the mint, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks in the morning you plan to serve.
- Keep the punch refrigerated until guests arrive.
Can I make this punch ahead?
Yes, you can make this holiday punch 1 or 2 days ahead, cover it, and refrigerate it.
But add the garnishes just before serving.
How To Store Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container or covered pitcher.
Good for up to 48 hours in the refrigerator.
If the carbonation fades, top off with a splash of fresh ginger ale before serving again.
What can I use if I can not find pear juice?
You can use nectarine juice or peach nectar.
Can I make this into an alcoholic-infused punch?
Just add 2 cups of vodka or whiskey and stir thoroughly. Ladle into glasses filled with fresh ice.
Now that you have the recipe, make your grocery list and grab everything you need to put together our easy, delicious cranberry holiday punch.
—Happy Holidays from The Wortheys
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Ingredients
- 4 cups of pears juice
- 4 cups of pomegranate cranberry juice
- 2 cans of cranberry ginger ale
- 5-6 fresh sprigs of mint
- 15 whole cranberries
- 2-3 cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Add the pear juice, pomegranate cranberry juice, and cranberry ginger ale to a large punch bowl. Stir gently to mix, and taste to adjust sweetness if needed, ensuring the punch suits your flavor preferences.
- Drop in the whole cranberries, whole mint sprigs, and cinnamon sticks.
- Place the punch bowl in the refrigerator and chill for 2–4 hours, depending on your schedule. The longer it chills, the more the flavors develop.
- When it's time to pour, add ice only to individual glasses, not the punch bowl. This keeps the punch flavorful and cold, preventing watering down and ensuring each sip stays refreshing.
- Ladle the punch into glasses, garnish with a cranberry or mint sprig if desired, and serve in clear glasses to showcase the festive colors and garnishes.
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