Sparkling Cranberry Wedding Punch — Non-Alcoholic Party Drink

The perfect non-alcoholic wedding punch recipe. This refreshingly sweet fruit punch is made with cranberry juice, pineapple juice, ginger ale, and optional sugar.

This easy, festive punch is ideal for weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, holiday gatherings, and parties. It comes together quickly and can be prepared in advance, transported, and assembled on site. The combination of cranberry juice cocktail, pineapple juice, and ginger ale creates a fruity, sparkling drink that’s both refreshing and crowd-pleasing. Stir in a little sugar if you prefer a sweeter punch, and finish with fresh fruit and mint for an attractive, flavorful presentation. The bright red hue of the cranberry base also makes this an excellent alcohol-free option for Christmas celebrations.

Here’s how to prepare this simple wedding punch so you can serve it with confidence.

Recipe Ingredients

• Cranberry juice cocktail
• Pineapple juice
• Ginger ale
• Sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
• Fruit and fresh mint for garnish (optional)

How to Make Wedding Punch

Step 1: Make the concentrate.

Combine cranberry juice cocktail, pineapple juice, and sugar (if using). Stir until the sugar dissolves to form a punch concentrate.

Step 2: Freeze a portion for an ice ring.

Pour about 2 cups of the concentrate into a ring-shaped ice mold or ice cube tray and freeze. Store the remainder of the concentrate in gallon jugs or covered containers in the refrigerator for easy transport and later use.

Step 3: Finish and serve.

When you’re ready to serve, mix one batch of the chilled punch concentrate with 2 liters of chilled ginger ale in a punch bowl. Add the frozen concentrate ice ring to keep the punch cool without watering it down. Garnish with orange slices, raspberries, fresh cranberries, or mint leaves for a festive touch.

Enjoy!

This punch has been served at many showers, weddings, anniversaries, and holiday gatherings. It’s simple, attractive, and delicious.

Storage

Because ginger ale loses carbonation over time, assemble and serve the punch as close to serving time as possible for best texture and flavor.

Recipe Notes

• The color: Some modern juices contain fewer artificial dyes, so the punch can appear less vibrant than older versions. If you’d like a brighter red color, a few drops of red food coloring can be added at the end—bring a small bottle if you’re transporting the punch.
• Garnishes: Use any combination of citrus slices (orange, lemon, lime), firm fruit (apple, pear), or berries (fresh or frozen cranberries, raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries). Lime and cranberries create a festive, holiday look.
• Carbonation alternatives: If you prefer a milder fizz or want a less sweet option, substitute sparkling water or club soda for the ginger ale.
• Alcohol option: To make an alcoholic version, stir in a spirit such as vodka to taste at the time of serving.

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