These Easter Punch Recipes (Without Alcohol!) Will Be The Easiest Items On The Menu

By Kaitlyn Yarborough
Hector Manuel Sanchez
When it comes to hosting Easter lunch, every detail matters. From the pastel-tinted table settings to the classic Easter ham, Southerners stick with tradition. But there’s always room for a festive finishing touch that will spice up the family gathering, which is where a big-batch Easter punch comes in. It’s easy to prepare, withstands the afternoon, keeps the crowd happy, and makes a pretty display in a punch bowl. Whether you’re in the mood for a refreshing Lemon Mint Sparkler or a pretty Berry Splash, these Easter drink recipes will make a welcome addition to your holiday lineup and don’t call for a single drop of alcohol. (Easter takes place on the Lord’s Day, after all.) Keep these delicious punches ice-cold with a decorative ice ring to make sure your crowd will never find themselves feeling parched. We don’t even think you should put all your eggs in one basket—make two or three different recipes and set up a festive punch bar for your guests! No matter your choice, one of these non-alcoholic Easter punch recipes deserves to make an appearance at your Easter celebration this year.
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Lemon Mint Sparklers

Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Lemon Mint Sparklers

Lemon and mint are an unstoppable springtime duo in the South, and this sparkling punch is invigoratingly crisp. The secret lies in our Lemon-Mint Syrup.

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Strawberry-Orange Party Punch

Erika Follansbee Photography

Recipe: Strawberry-Orange Party Punch

Like with so many other Easter delicacies, it’s time to break out the gelatin packets. This party punch uses two parts strawberry and one part orange gelatin for the base, and pineapple juice and ginger ale finishes the drink with a little citrus fizz.

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Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch

Alison Miksch

Recipe: Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch

We’ve all enjoyed a Southern punch with mounds of pastel sherbet floating on top, and this lemon-lime sherbet-speckled option feels refreshing and festive for Easter.

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Raspberry Peach Lemonade

The Chunky Chef

Recipe: Raspberry Peach Lemonade

This punch is like a warm spring breeze. The raspberry-peach purée gives a fresh pop to homemade lemonade, making this the ultimate egg hunt sipper.

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Blackberry Mojito Punch

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Prop Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell; Food Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns

Recipe: Blackberry Mojito Punch

White rum is optional in this recipe, and nothing says spring like plump blackberries and fresh mint. This big batch punch contains frozen ingredients too, making sure it stays cool and delicious during the celebration.

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Honey-Sweetened Limeade with Strawberries and Basil

Foolproof Living

Recipe: Honey-Sweetened Limeade with Strawberries and Basil

This fruit-topped punch sits pretty in any punch bowl or glass. The honey syrup gives just enough subtle sweetness for the mild limeade, while basil gives a fresh twist for Easter.

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Sparkling Punch

Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Sparkling Punch

Pretty and pink, this punch is simple and customizable. Tangy pink lemonade and tart cranberry juice combine with fizzy club soda for a sweet-sour sparkler that can’t be beat.

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Berry Splash

Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Berry Splash

This cherry-cranberry base is tart and bright, but mellowed by sugar and garnished with mint and berries. If your family is into sweeter punches, we recommend adding a little more sugar to the tart drink and throwing in a few of our Berry Ice Cubes.

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Sparkling Cherry Limeade

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Prop Styling: Annette Joseph; Food Styling: Cynthia Groseclose

Recipe: Sparkling Cherry Limeade

For a casual and fun Easter lunch, this playful, non-alcoholic twist on a citrus margarita will make a splash. Limeade, sparkling water, lime, maraschino cherry juice, margarita salt, and limes create this party-worthy number.

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Sparkling Elderflower Lemonade

Photo: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Sparkling Elderflower Lemonade

Dive into spring with this blooming lemonade. Elderflower liqueur is sweet, delicate, and floral. Switch out the sparkling crisp wine for club soda and more lemon juice.

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Ginger-Orange Mocktails

Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Ginger-Orange Mocktails

You’ll have this non-alcoholic punch ready in five minutes, making it perfect for a last-minute Easter hosting touch! Orange juice, ginger ale, and pineapple juice make up a lovely treat for after the egg hunt.

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Citrus Party Punch

Savor Home Blog

Recipe: Citrus Party Punch

Frozen lemonade and orange juice concentrate gives an ice-cold base for this party punch, and cranberry juice and soda finish off the sparkling refresher.

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Honey-Green Tea Fizz

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Recipe: Honey-Green Tea Fizz

Calming green tea gets a pop of flavor from honey, lemon, and fizzy ginger ale. This light punch is subtle enough to go with any Easter meal.

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Pink Pomegranate Sparkler

The Bump

Three easy ingredients will give you this pretty pink punch that’s always a crowd-pleaser, thanks to its tart sparkling taste. Sparkling lemonade provides your base, and a splash of pomegranate juice according to your preference and sprinkling of pomegranate seeds finishes it off.

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Blackberry-Lime Agua Fresca

Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Blackberry-Lime Agua Fresca

This sparkling drink will be your favorite go-to all spring and summer long. Fresh blackberries, lime wedges, club soda, and a touch of sugar makes a simple punch your family will love.

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    Southern Pineapple Punch

    Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

    Recipe: Southern Pineapple Punch

    Leave out the Southern Comfort to make a bright, fresh tropical punch to accompany your fruity spring desserts and cool salads this Easter. Orange, pineapple, mango, and ginger give zingy flavor.

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    Lemon-Blueberry Sweet Tea

    Jennifer Davick

    Recipe: Lemon-Blueberry Sweet Tea

    While sweet tea is always a mainstay at our Easter lunch, this springy twist will make a welcome addition to the lineup. Stewing the blueberries and lemon makes it even more flavorful.

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    Bunny Punch

    Sprinkle Some Fun

    Recipe: Bunny Punch

    This adorable punch is festive and fun for kids and adults alike this Easter. It’s a great option for a treat after egg hunts and activities, using fruity punch, soda, and vanilla ice cream for the pastel frothy finished drink.

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    Homemade Orange Soda

    Southern Living

    Recipe: Homemade Orange Soda

    Every Southerner has had some kind of concoction that contains frozen, undiluted orange juice concentrate. Add lemon-lime soda and fresh oranges for a tasty homemade orange soda.

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    Melon Ball Punch

    Divas Can Cook

    Recipe: Melon Ball Punch

    Frozen melon balls, fresh mint, and lime wedges completely transform this mellow punch into a more flavorful, refreshing Easter option. Plus, the melon balls look fun and festive!

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    Cool Blue Punch

    Mandy’s Recipe Box

    Recipe: Cool Blue Punch

    You’d never believe this bright blue refreshment only takes three ingredients. Blue Hawaiian punch, frozen lemonade, and lemon-lime soda make up this sipper that puts a smile on any child's face. While we love the Swedish fish gummy garnish for summer, we challenge you to find Easter gummies (or perhaps even miniature Peeps) to garnish with this year.

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