Food and Recipes Drinks 23 Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes That Are Perfect for Every Party By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on July 24, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Christine Keely Sometimes, the key to throwing an exceptional Southern party is simple: Create a delicious punch that guests will love. This formula works for parties of all occasions, from baby showers to bridal brunches, birthday parties, and beyond. No matter the event you're hosting, we collected our most refreshing non-alcoholic punch recipes that serve as the ultimate festive sippers. From zesty and fruity sparklers like Cherry Limeade to festive and spiced punches like our Mulled Cranberry version, we've got all the non-alcoholic punches you'll ever need on this list. These drinks are so easy to make that even the busiest host can become a skilled mixologist. Believe us when we say that these flavorful mocktails taste even better than alcoholic cocktails and are far more refreshing. Half of the beauty of these punches are in the presentation—so break out your cocktail coupes and vintage punch bowls that Granny gifted you and get to mixing. 01 of 23 Orange Sherbet Punch Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Ali Ramee, Prop Stylist Heather Chadduck Recipe: Orange Sherbet Punch If the photo alone doesn't sell you on making this punch, just take a peek at the recipe. This pretty punch is made with orange and lime sherbet, plus cranberry juice, ginger ale, and pineapple juice. Yum! 02 of 23 Strawberry Mint Tea Alison Miksch; Food Styling: Torie Cox; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Recipe: Strawberry Mint Tea This refreshing punch was made to be mixed on a sunny summer day. So, go ahead and whip this up in a batch and serve at any party this season—bridal shower, baby shower, birthday party, you name it. 03 of 23 Cucumber Honeydew Cooler Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Recipe: Cucumber Honeydew Cooler This Cucumber Honeydew Cooler tastes just as the name suggests. It's fruit-forward, flavorful, and can easily be made into a mocktail by swapping out the gin for a can of lime seltzer water. 04 of 23 Pineapple-Sweet Tea Punch Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry Recipe: Pineapple-Sweet Tea Punch A pineapple simple syrup gives black tea a refreshing finish. It can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. 05 of 23 Berry Juniper Fizz Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke Recipe: Berry Juniper Fizz This recipe is party ready, especially when served up in a pretty coupe glass. It calls for non-alcoholic gin, such as Ritual Zero Proof, but with fresh OJ and pomegranate juice and something bubbly, it can hold its own without. 06 of 23 Comfort and Joy Mocktail Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke Recipe: Comfort and Joy Mocktail This cider-based cocktail is perfect for the holiday season—think Halloween to Christmas. By Austin bar owner Chris Marshall, it mimics the warmth of a classic whiskey cocktail, except zero-proof. 07 of 23 Lemon Basil Spritzer Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Recipe: Lemon Basil Spritzer This recipe calls for sparkling wine, but don't let that deter you. It can easily be made by swapping out the booze for a liter of lemon-flavored seltzer or bubbly of your choice. 08 of 23 Texas Santa Punch Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham Recipe: Texas Santa Punch This recipe is a favorite during the holidays thanks to its rich color and cranberry flavor. For an extra festive touch, freeze cranberries and float them around the punch, then add an ice ring to the middle (hello, wreath vibes). 09 of 23 Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea Recipe Photo: Van Chaplin Recipe: Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea Recipe We transformed classic iced tea into the ultimate berry-bursting thirst-quencher. Top with fresh fruit for a tasty and beautiful garnish. 10 of 23 Latria's Fruit Punch Latria Graham Recipe: Latria's Fruit Punch Ensure you allow at least six hours for the fruit punch mixture to sit before it's strained. Once strained, add in ice, mix it up, then top with two lime slices. 11 of 23 Shoo-Fly Punch Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell Recipe: Shoo-Fly Punch Ginger beer packs this punch with a fun fizz and pop of spice. Again, this recipe can be made with booze but it's tasty without, promise. 12 of 23 Sparkling Punch Recipe: Sparkling Punch With a fruity taste and a sparkling finish, you can't go wrong serving this pretty pink punch. 13 of 23 Ginger-Orange Mocktails Jennifer Davick; Styling: Amy Burke Recipe: Ginger-Orange Mocktails You're just three ingredients away from this refreshing drink that's perfect for brunch, showers, or Saturday morning breakfast. 14 of 23 4th of July Punch Jennifer Causey Recipe: 4th of July Punch This is our go-to zesty punch for summertime gatherings. 15 of 23 Cran-Raspberry-Vanilla Punch Alison Miksch Recipe: Cran-Raspberry-Vanilla Punch Loaded with berries and sorbet, this fruit-adorned punch is definitely a winner in our book. 16 of 23 Classic Sweet Tea Alison Miksch Recipe: Classic Sweet Tea A Southern gathering is not complete without a pitcher of homemade sweet tea. 17 of 23 Lemon Mint Sparklers Hector Sanchez Recipe: Lemon Mint Sparklers This easy and elegant lemon mocktail comes together with just four ingredients. 18 of 23 Berry Splash Beth Dreiling Hontzas Recipe: Berry Splash Make a splash at your next backyard gathering by serving this jam-packed berry punch. 19 of 23 Cherry Limeade Southern Living Recipe: Cherry Limeade This easy-to-make Cherry Limeade is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. 20 of 23 Lemonade Iced Tea Jennifer Davick Recipe: Lemonade Iced Tea Iced tea and lemonade go together like shrimp and grits. The result is simply the most refreshing beverage ever. 21 of 23 Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch Alison Miksch Recipe: Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch Put a zest in your step with this bright lemon and lime punch. 22 of 23 Lime Fizz Photo: Jennifer Davick Recipe: Lime Fizz This light and fizzy drink is made for the summer pool parties. 23 of 23 Sparkling Plum Punch Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Christine Keely Recipe: Sparkling Plum Punch This recipe may be simple—it's only five ingredients—but trust us: The flavors come together to pack a punch, pun intended. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit