28 Delicious Easter Punch Recipes (Without Alcohol) For Your Spring Menu
There's a festive drink for whatever you're in the mood for this Easter.
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
When it comes to hosting Easter lunch, every detail matters and Southerners stick with tradition, from pastel-tinted table settings to the classic Easter ham. But there's always room for a festive finishing touch that will spice up the family gathering, and that's 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 lemonade iced tea or something bubbly like our strawberry spritzer, 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 ensure your crowd will never feel 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, at least one of these non-alcoholic Easter punch recipes deserves to appear at your celebration this year.
Easter Brunch Punch
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Rhubarb syrup adds a sweet-tangy flavor to store-bought strawberry lemonade in this easy-as-can-be pretty pastel and non-alcoholic Easter punch.
Party Punch
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey
This light and fruity punch recipe is perfect for your Easter table. The cranberry juice helps balance out the watermelon's sweetness, and the ginger ale gives the mix that fizz everyone loves. And don't worry, while alcohol is on the list, it is optional.
Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch
Greg Dupree; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely; Food Stylist: Melissa Gray
This fruity punch gets its vibrant color from fresh blackberry juice which can be prepared a day ahead of time. Mix with ginger beer, lime juice, and sweet tea in your favorite punch bowl when ready to serve.
Lemonade Iced Tea
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
It's hard to resist a refreshing glass of ice tea or lemonade, so why choose between the two? This crowd-favorite combination is sure to please adults and children alike at your holiday gathering.
Rainbow Sherbet Punch
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This colorful and citrusy punch gets a special touch for a special day. We're taking traditional sherbet punch to the next level with an extra springy addition of fresh strawberries and raspberries.
Strawberry Spritzer
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Mary Clayton Carl
Bubbles always feel extra celebratory which is just one of the many reasons we love this simple refreshment. Once you make the shrub called for in this recipe, it will last in the fridge for up to three months.
Ambrosia Party Punch
Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Micah Morton; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch
As a twist on a traditional ambrosia salad, this colorful punch brings in all the same flavors with orange juice, pineapple juice, coconut water, and maraschino cherries, plus more citrus and mint to garnish.
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. This drink couldn't be any simpler.
Cucumber-Honeydew Cooler
This refreshing punch is subtle enough to go with any Easter meal and can easily be made non-alcoholic by swapping gin for 12 ounces of lime-flavored seltzer water.
Strawberry-Basil Sweet Tea
Once prepared, chill for at least one hour before serving; however, to save time on day-of party prep, you can make this punch up to two weeks in advance and keep it refrigerated.
Non-Alcoholic Margarita Mocktail
Make a big batch of non-alcoholic margs that everyone can enjoy in just five minutes. Consider it your new favorite upgraded limeade. You can even serve it in a salt- or tajin-rimmed glass for an extra flair.
Easter Punch
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
Every good Southern knows the best way to welcome guests is with a big punch bowl full of something delicious and refreshing, and this pretty pink punch is just the ticket. Simply swap sparkling rosé for sparkling water.
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. Set up a self-serve beverage station equipped with fresh lemon and mint leaves for garnishing.
Strawberry Lemonade
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This punch is like a warm spring breeze. The simmered strawberries give a fresh pop to homemade lemonade, making this the ultimate spring sipper. Serve chilled over ice with fresh strawberries to garnish.
Sparkling Punch
Pretty and pink, this punch is simple and customizable. Tangy pink lemonade and tart cranberry juice combine with fizzy club soda for an unbeatable sweet-sour sparkler. Substitute fresh lemonade or limeade for pink lemonade if you prefer.
Orange Sherbet Punch
You'll want to break out your favorite retro punch bowl for this old-school recipe. Made with orange and lime sherbet, plus cranberry juice, ginger ale, and pineapple juice it's hard to resist.
Homemade Cherry Limeade
Make this simple punch right before serving to ensure it stays bubbly. The three-ingredient drink combines soda, fresh lime juice, and grenadine in a pitcher or punch bowl. Serve over ice and garnish with your choice of maraschino cherries or lime slices.
Strawberry-Mint Tea
Sparkling water adds an effervescent quality to this drink, which pairs mint and berries in a unique blend of flavors. Enjoy this tea-like beverage over ice.
Lemon-Basil Spritzer
The ingredient list for this mocktail is short and sweet. Combine lemon, fresh basil leaves, and simple syrup with lemon-flavored seltzer water for an easy seasonal beverage. This thirst-quenching refreshment is perfect for celebrations when the weather feels more like summer.
Sparkling Cherry Limeade
This playful, non-alcoholic twist on a citrus margarita will make a splash for a casual and fun Easter lunch. Limeade, sparkling water, lime, maraschino cherry juice, margarita salt, and limes create this party-worthy number.
Lime Fizz
This simple-to-assemble beverage will be the refreshing hit of any family gathering. Combine lime juice and lime-flavored simple syrup in a pitcher filled with ice. Add the club soda, stir, and enjoy.
Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea
While sweet tea is always a mainstay at any Southern gathering, this springy twist will make a welcome addition to the lineup. Stewing the blueberries and lemon makes it even more flavorful.
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 especially festive for Easter. Garnish the punch bowl with fresh lemon and lime slices.
Vanilla-Rosemary Lemonade
Freshly squeezed lemons are the key to this recipe and it's well worth the extra work. Fresh rosemary sprigs give this lemonade-based beverage a fancy twist, while the vanilla bean adds just the right amount of flavoring. Garnish with more rosemary sprigs or lemon slices.
Pineapple-Sweet Tea Punch
This fresh tropical punch is an upgrade to traditional sweet tea and is the ideal complement to your fruity spring desserts and salads this Easter. Fresh lime juice adds a touch of acidity to balance the drink's sweetness. Bonus: You can prepare this punch up to two days in advance of your gathering.
Nana's Lime Sherbet Punch
Kane Brown's grandma says this punch is not to be missed and we couldn't agree more. While many of our favorite sherbet punch recipes call for multiple flavors, this one simply leans on lime sherbet for a pretty green presentation.
Minty Lemonade Iced Tea
Warm weather beckons drinks like sweet tea and lemonade. For this herbaceous twist, start by boiling water for the tea, add fresh mint, and steep for 10 minutes. Next, add sugar and lemonade to help sweeten the big batch punch.
4th of July Punch
Don't let the name fool you. This fruity punch is excellent for any occasion any time of year. Just be sure to make it in advance to allow the ingredients to mingle after blending.
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