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Grinch’s Green Punch


  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 5–10 minutes (depending on garnish)

Ingredients

???? Punch Base:

  • 2 cups lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7UP), chilled

  • 2 cups pineapple juice, chilled

  • 1 cup green Hawaiian Punch or green Kool-Aid

  • 1 cup vodka (optional for a boozy version)

  • ½ cup melon liqueur (like Midori; optional for color + kick)

???? Garnishes (Optional):

  • Lime slices

  • Maraschino cherries

  • Green sanding sugar (for rimming glasses)

  • Ice cubes (or frozen green grapes to keep it chilled)


Instructions

???? Step 1: Prepare the Glassware (Optional)

For a festive presentation, rim your glasses with green sanding sugar:

  1. Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass.

  2. Dip the rim into a shallow plate of green sanding sugar.

  3. Set aside to dry while you prepare the punch.

???? Step 2: Chill All Ingredients

Ensure that your lemon-lime soda, pineapple juice, and green punch are fully chilled before mixing. This helps preserve carbonation and avoids the need for excess ice, which can water down the flavor.

???? Step 3: Mix the Punch

In a large punch bowl or pitcher:

  1. Combine the lemon-lime sodapineapple juice, and green punch.

  2. Stir gently to combine—don’t overmix or you’ll lose the fizz.

  3. For the adult version, add vodka and melon liqueur.

  4. Stir again gently until everything is evenly distributed.

???? Step 4: Add Garnishes

  1. Float lime slices and maraschino cherries in the punch bowl.

  2. Add ice or frozen green grapes to keep it cold without dilution.

???? Step 5: Serve

Ladle into festive glasses, rimmed or plain. Add a lime wheel, cherry, or mint sprig if desired.

Notes

This recipe is easy to double or triple for large gatherings. Simply maintain the same ratios of ingredients and adjust sweetness or tartness to your taste.

???? Pro Tip: Always add the soda last and mix gently to preserve the carbonation.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 0g