Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to make one large punch bowl (serves 12–16 people):
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1 liter lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7UP), chilled
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1 liter fruit punch or Hawaiian Punch, chilled
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1 quart rainbow sherbet
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1 cup pineapple juice (optional, for tropical sweetness)
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Ice cubes (optional, for extra chill)
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Slices of orange, lemon, and lime (for garnish)
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Maraschino cherries (optional garnish)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to assemble your punch in just minutes:
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
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Chill the soda, punch, and pineapple juice for at least 3 hours before the event.
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Slice your citrus fruits into thin rounds for garnish.
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Set your sherbet out for 5 minutes before scooping so it softens slightly.
Step 2: Mix the Base
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In a large punch bowl, combine the chilled lemon-lime soda, fruit punch, and pineapple juice.
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Stir gently to mix—don’t over-stir or you’ll lose some carbonation.
Step 3: Add the Sherbet
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Scoop generous scoops of rainbow sherbet and float them on top of the punch mixture.
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The sherbet will begin to melt slightly, creating colorful clouds and creamy fizz.
Step 4: Garnish
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Add citrus slices around the edges of the bowl for color and zing.
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Drop in maraschino cherries for a pop of red.
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Optional: Add a few handfuls of ice cubes to keep everything cold.
Step 5: Serve Immediately
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Ladle the punch into clear cups or mason jars.
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Make sure each serving gets some sherbet and a bit of fruit garnish.