The BEST Punch Recipe - Easy Fruit Punch with Sprite - NO Ice Cream! (2024)

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Fruit Punch Recipe: Made with Sprite (or lemon-lime soda), pineapple juice, kool-aid, sugar, and water! So simple and easy and one of the best punch recipes there is!

Quick Overview: Makes 2 gallons; Excellent for a party, kids or to make, and ready in only 5 minutes! The perfect Christmas punch or all-year-around punch!

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Why you’ll love this recipe

It’s quite fun to be sharing one of the BEST punch recipes with you all today.

Perhaps it’s because:

  • this recipe has gone VIRAL on Pinterest and Google for being one of the favorites.
  • it’s one of the most delicious childhood memories that I had as a little girl.
  • because it’s literally is the best punch I’ve ever had.
  • or because it’s SO SIMPLE!

We’ll go with all four and roll with it!

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Hawaiian Fruit Punch

If you loved Hawaiian fruit punch as a kid, I think you’re really going to love this one too! Not only does it have a similar flavor but it conquers that sweet-tooth craving if you’re wanting something for the kids at snack time or to serve at a birthday party!

How to Make this Fruit Punch Recipe

As always, there’s a full, printable, recipe card at the bottom of this post, but I’d love to walk you through the recipe with photos and extra tips to help you make the punch recipe that so many have made and given 5 stars to!

Punch Recipe Non-Alcoholic

This recipe is for a non-alcoholic version but if you’re looking to make it alcoholic, it can be done easily!

Here are some suggestions to make it a co*cktail:

  • add vodka (coconut, coconut rum for rum punch, etc.)
  • combine wine/fruit for a sangria
  • mix with sparkling champagne
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Punch Ingredients:

Using a handful of ingredients, and AFFORDABLE ingredients at that… it’s easy to whip up this punch recipe for a crowd and double, triple, or quadruple it. (Think family gathering, holiday parties, play dates, summer time picnics, potlucks and so much more!)

This Fruit Punch Recipe Uses:

  • Sprite (or lemon-lime soda)
  • Pineapple Juice
  • Packets of Kool-aid (Orange, lemon, strawberry and cherry)
  • Sugar
  • Water

Sweet Fruit Punch

It. Is. Sweet.

With sugar in the soda, sugar in the pineapple juice, and the added sugar in the recipe, you can count on any sweet tooth loving this punch recipe, and it’s a fruit punch recipe that your guests (kids and adults) will LOVE.

But if you want to cut back on the sugar a bit (I sure as heck wouldn’t recommend it), you always can. Give it a whirl the way we have it first, and then adjust it the next time.

With packets of kool-aid, lemon-lime soda (I use Sprite), and pineapple juice, this recipe combines some of the tastiest flavors around.

Tips for How to Serve Punch:

If you’re serving this for a large crowd, making it ahead of time is ideal! However, here are some tips to make it the BEST…

Add Sprite Just Before Serving:

Don’t add the lemon-lime soda, or Sprite until right before serving. This is to retain the carbonation of the soda, to give the punch a little “fizz.”

Serve in a Pretty Drink Dispenser

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If you’re like me, then you may love to serve this in a drink dispenser; for a party or just to have at home!

However, it can be served over ice, so if placing in a punch bowl before the party is more your style, that’s absolutely ok!

Garnish Your Punch

For each serving, it’s fun to garnish with a cute drink stirrer or actually, a sprig of rosemary looks FABULOUS for the holidays. OR rim the glass like I did for the Red Apple Martini’s here.

If serving in the Summer, easily garnish with mint, or additional fruit/leafy garnish like I did at our Favorite Things party HERE!

Expert Tip

If you plan to make your punch ahead of time, freeze some of it into ice cube trays (I’d say 1-2 trays) and before the party starts, empty the punch cubes into the punch so when they melt… it won’t water down your punch!

This way it will keep it cold, and still flavorful!

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Substitutions

YES! This recipe is incredibly easy, and “forgiving,” in case you’re short an ingredient, or want to change things up a bit. Feel free to experiment a little and add or take away anything you like! Now THAT’S simple.

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The BEST Fruit Punch Recipe

Jessica Burgess

Fruit Punch Recipe: Made with Sprite (or lemon-lime soda), pineapple juice, kool-aid, sugar, and water! So simple and easy and one of the best punch recipes there is!

4.28 from 380 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 32 servings (2 gallons)

Calories 84 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 package each Kool-Aid mix: Orange, Lemon, Cherry and Strawberry (small packets of each flavor – and the pkgs. that say it will make 2 quarts)
  • 1 Gallon water
  • 3.5 cups sugar super fine if possible, but not necessary
  • 1 46 oz. can pineapple juice
  • 1 2 liter bottle lemon-lime soda

Instructions

  • Mix together all ingredients EXCEPT lemon-lime soda.

  • Right before serving, add in the lemon-lime soda

  • Serve chilled or over ice.

Video

Notes

Optional: I love serving mine in an adorable drink dispenser that I can stick right in the fridge if we’re left with any leftovers!

MAKE AHEAD TIP: If you plan to make your punch ahead of time, freeze some of it into ice cube trays (I’d say 1-2 trays) and before the party starts, empty the punch cubes into the punch so when they melt… it won’t water down your punch!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (8 ounces) | Calories: 84kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Sodium: 6mg | Sugar: 21g | Calcium: 4mg

Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

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FAQs

How do you make truly punch taste better? ›

In a mixing glass add grenadine, lime juice, orange juice and coconut rum. Cover with ice and shake. Add Truly Fruit Punch to shaker tin and then strain into iced 16 ounce glass. Garnish with orange and lime wheels.

What is fruit punch made of? ›

Non-alcoholic varieties, which are especially given to children as well as adults who do not drink alcohol, typically include a mix of fruit juice, water, and a sweetener such as sugar or honey. Lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, or other fruit-flavored carbonated sodas are often added.

Is Sprite and orange juice good? ›

When Sprite and orange juice are combined, they create a delightful and flavorful beverage that offers the best of both worlds. The fizzy and citrusy notes of Sprite complement the sweet and tangy flavors of orange juice, resulting in a refreshing and thirst-quenching drink.

What gives fruit punch its flavor? ›

Cherry seems to be one of the more prominent flavors included, which makes sense. Other common fruits besides the ones listed above are pineapple, apple, grape, pear, strawberry, and cranberry. Pretty much any fruit can go into fruit punch.

What are the ingredients in Hawaiian Punch? ›

Ingredients: Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Water, Contains 2% Or Less: Apple And Pear Juice Concentrates, Ascorbic Acid (vitamin C), Citric Acid, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Acacia Gum, Ester Gum, Red 40, Blue 1, Sodium Benzoate (preservative).

What is Hawaiian punch made of? ›

It was started from an original syrup flavor called Leo's Hawaiian Punch, containing orange, pineapple, passion fruit, guava and papaya, and is currently offering 14 different flavors since 2020. Though earlier versions contained 10% fruit juice, the drink is currently made with 3% fruit juice.

Is fruit punch healthier than soda? ›

Fruit juice and soda contain similar amounts of sugar. Still, soda is likely harmful to your health, regardless of the amount you consume, whereas fruit juice may only increase your risk of disease when drunk in large amounts.

What is in McDonald's fruit punch? ›

Ingredients: Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Pear, Pineapple And Orange Juices From Concentrate, Less Than 0.5% Of: Citric Acid, Passionfruit Juice From Concentrate, Sugar, Natural Flavors, Vitamin C (ascorbic Acid), Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate And Calcium Disodium Edta (to Protect Taste), Modified ...

What mixes best with Sprite? ›

Sprite co*cktails (14 Easy & Delicious Ideas)
  • Apple Cider Sangria. ...
  • Berry Vodka Spritzer. ...
  • Cranberry co*cktails. ...
  • Spiked Cherry Limeade. ...
  • Blue Lagoon Margaritas. ...
  • Hard Ocean Water. ...
  • Sour Watermelon Vodka Slush. ...
  • Summertime co*cktails.
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What tastes best with Sprite? ›

Our 15 Favorite co*cktails to Make With Sprite
  • Produce. • 1 Vodka cranberry co*cktail. • 1 Watermelon crush.
  • Drinks. • 1 Electric lemonade.
  • Beer, Wine & Liquor. • 14 Highball. • 1 Pineapple rum co*cktail. • 1 Sassy sangria.
  • Liquids. • 1 Beach water co*cktail.
  • Other. • Dirty Shirley Drink. • Gin And Sprite co*cktail.

How do you thicken fruit punch? ›

Measure out 1 tsp (2.5 g) of cornstarch per 1 cup (240 ml) of juice. Use a measuring spoon to measure out the cornstarch you'll need for your amount of fruit juice, but don't add the cornstarch to the fruit just yet. Cornstarch works best if it's mixed in with another dry ingredient first.

What happens if you put dry ice in fruit punch? ›

When combined with water, dry ice creates a very cool fog effect that makes any punch mocktail look like it's right out of a fancy bar or movie set. Unfortunately, adding dry ice directly to a drink is unsafe for human consumption.

Is there a fruit punch soda? ›

Great Value Fruit Punch Soda delivers a tangy blend of pineapple, cherry and orange in every sip. This delightful bubbly beverage is carbonated to perfection.

What can you add to hard seltzer to make it taste better? ›

Adding fresh fruit is one of the easiest ways to dress up a hard seltzer. Berries, citrus fruits, and melons are all fantastic additions. Add a slice or two of your chosen fruit to the glass (or muddle it at the bottom) before adding seltzer. Fruit adds flavor and makes your drink look more appetizing.

What's good to mix with hard seltzer? ›

Pour fruit juice or mixer

You can choose literally any juice you like — orange, lemon, lime, apple juices, you name it. Mixers are also a perfect choice when you want to add some unique flavour to the hard seltzer. Try to complement your Served Raspberry hard seltzer with Two Keys Pink Grapefruit Mixer.

What to add to truly lemonade? ›

Instructions
  1. Pour lemonade and vodka into a measuring pitcher and stir.
  2. Pour mixture evenly between two serving glasses.
  3. Add ice to glasses.
  4. Top off glass with Truly Hard Seltzer.
  5. Garnish with watermelon, kiwi, and mint.
Apr 26, 2020

How do you mask the taste of strong alcohol? ›

Eating something before drinking can help to mask the taste of alcohol. Foods like bread, cheese, and crackers can help to absorb some of the alcohol and make it less potent. Drinking water or non-alcoholic beverages in between sips can also help to cleanse your palate.

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