This punch has been a huge hit every time I’ve ever served it. When I take it to parties, there’s never any left over, and it’s enjoyed by kids and adults alike! It’s fast and easy to make, too, which is always a bonus. The recipe easily doubles, and the base can stay frozen for a few months before serving. For a fun, festive New Year’s Eve party drink, you can’t go wrong here. Enjoy!
Perfect Alcoholic Party Punch
Ingredients
3 cups water
1 cup sugar
1 Â 3-ounce package strawberry gelatin mix
24 ounces pineapple juice
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 cup citrus flavored vodka
2-liter bottle of clear soda, or 2 to 3 bottles champagne
Perfect Non-alcoholic Party Punch
Ingredients
3 cups water
1 cup sugar
1 Â 3-ounce package strawberry gelatin mix
24 ounces pineapple juice
2 cups orange juice
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 Â 2-liter bottle clear soda (lemon lime or ginger ale), or 2 to 3 bottles sparkling apple cider
**If you use the champagne for adults, you can make the punch without the vodka, if you like. just replace it with another cup of orange juice. Furthermore, the directions are the same for both recipes up until the addition of alcohol.**
In a large sauce pan, combine the sugar, water, and the 3-ounces of gelatin mix. Bring to a boil and cook for two or three minutes, until all of the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the pineapple juice, orange juice, and lemon juice. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. If using, stir in the vodka now.
Once cooled, pour the mixture into a freezer safe container. I like to use gallon zip top bags, then sit them into a larger bowl. Freeze the mixture until almost completely frozen. If it freezes solid (the vodka mixture shouldn’t), just allow to thaw in the sink for a couple of hours.
Place the frozen punch in a large bowl. If it’s still very frozen, use a large wooden spoon to gently break up the pieces. Try to break down the biggest chunks. Add the liters of clear carbonated beverage or champagne and stir gently to combine. Store in the freezer until ready to serve (not more than a few hours for the non-alcoholic, or it will re-freeze completely). Serve as a slushy cocktail.
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