12 Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch Recipes That'll Make Holiday Hosting Easy

Something for everyone to sip on!

Cranberry Poinsettia Punch
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Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

When it's Christmas in the South, breaking out the punch bowl is just as much a holiday tradition as readying the Christmas china and doling out goody bags filled with rum balls. Depending on the occasion and crowd, we all have our holiday punch style, whether that entails those dotted with floating mounds of pastel sherbet, those fruit-filled with seasonal citrus, or even just a spruced-up version of store-bought apple cider spiced with cinnamon sticks and cloves.

A bowl of Christmas punch provides a festive centerpiece for the cocktail spread, makes party prep quick and easy, and leaves guests chock-full of seasonal spirit. That's a Christmas miracle in itself. This year, celebrate the season down to the very last drop with these delicious non-alcoholic Christmas punch recipes everyone can enjoy!

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Ambrosia Party Punch

Southern Living Ambrosia Party Punch in the punch bowl to serve
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Like we said, it just really isn't Christmas in the South without at least one colorful punch bowl speckled with floating fruit. This classic recipe looks pretty and festive alongside any holiday party spread—and it's only five ingredients.

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Orange Sherbet Punch

Orange Sherbet Punch
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Citrusy sherbet, fruit juices, and ginger ale come together to create a classic sherbet punch that guests of all ages will enjoy anytime of year.

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Ginger-Orange Mocktails

Ginger-Orange Mocktails
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Add some major zing to your Christmas party lineup with this fizzy punch. It's only three ingredients and is perfect for the holidays when fresh citrus abounds. You could even garnish your glass with a candied orange for an extra festive touch.

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Party Punch

Southern Living Party Punch in a bowl to serve
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey

This party punch is a classic for any occasion, but especially a favorite during the holidays thanks to its' already rich red hue and cranberry flavor. For a little extra Christmas spirit, swap the sliced strawberries for cranberries to float in the bowl.

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Easy Apple Cider

Southern Living Hot Apple Cider in mugs with cinnamon sticks to serve
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

What's not to love about a simple and classic spiced apple cider? Add extra seasonal flavors to your pot with allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and orange peels.

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Rosemary-and-Ginger Mule

Rosemary-and-Ginger Mule
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Our non-alcoholic twist on a traditional Moscow Mule is sure to be your next holidays party favorite. Made with rosemary and ginger beer you get all the same fresh and spicy flavors.

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Cranberry Poinsettia Punch

Cranberry Poinsettia Punch
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Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

This vibrant punch deserves to sit centerstage on the bar at your holiday shindig. A mixture of cranberry juice and blood orange juice give the beverage its color. Just swap the orange liqueur for a squeeze of fresh orange juice and dash of bitters and use sparkling water in lieu of rose.

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Sparkling Punch

Sparkling Punch
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This all-time favorite sparkling punch is just as delicious enjoyed during the holidays as it is in the springtime. Garnish the fruity drink with rosemary and sparkling cranberries in lieu of mint and ta-da you have a Christmas mocktail!

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Cranberry-Apple Cider

Cranberry-Apple Cider
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When hosting during the holidays, having a make-ahead beverage at the ready is always a good call and this cranberry-apple cider is just the thing for Christmas. Not only will it warm your guests when they arrive, but it'll also fill your house with a delicious smell.

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Nana's Lime Sherbet Punch

Lime Sherbet Punch
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With its bright green coloring from the lime sherbet, this three-ingredient punch is definitely deemed holiday-worthy. You could even garnish with mini candy canes to take the festive flair up a notch.

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Non-Alcoholic Eggnog

Non-Alcoholic Eggnog
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Stacy Allen, Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke, Food Stylist: Jen Riley

Everyone should get to enjoy this Christmastime classic! This milkshake-like version is made with vanilla ice cream to evoke the same thick and creaminess of the traditional version while warm spices like cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla give it a similar flavor.

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Vanilla-Rosemary Lemonade

Vanilla-Rosemary Lemonade
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Vanilla bean and rosemary sprigs add a decadent holiday twist to freshly squeezed lemonade. This refresher is perfect for daytime celebrations and kid-friendly parties alike.

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