Anti-Inflammatory Grinch Punch is a fresh and fruity drink. It contains lime sherbet, lemon-lime soda, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice to make this punch. These items are easily available in any supermarket. You can utilize sparkling water and fresh fruit juices to make a light and sugar-free drink. This drink is prepared in 10 minutes, so tis is perfect to serve as a quick drink. It is not good to store the prepared punch as it loses its carbonation, though we would store the juice only for some time for meal prep. Serve this Anti-Inflammatory Grinch Punch with cookies, fruits, or other Christmas snacks.
STATS:
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Cook Time: Nil
- Cuisine: American
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Course: Drinks
- Diet: Ant-Inflammatory, Vegetarian, & Gluten-Free
- Servings: 8
EQUIPMENT:
- Big punch vessel
- Measuring cups
- Big -handled spoon
- Ladle
- Portion glasses
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups lime sherbet
- 4 cups lemon-lime soda
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- Green food coloring
- Maraschino cherries
- Lime slices
- Ice cubes
INGREDIENT NOTES:
LIME SHERBET:
- Add the lime sherbet to add creaminess & a refreshing taste to the drink. You can also add the vegan lime sorbet if you are allergic to dairy.
LEMON-LIME SODA:
- Include the lemon-lime soda to add the sweet taste and carbonation to the drink. We can also utilize sparkling water instead to add less sugar.
MARASCHINO CHERRIES:
- Add the maraschino cherries to provide a festive look in the drink. Utilize the fresh cherries or cranberries instead to prevent the addition of extra sugar or syrup.
ICE CUBES:
- Add the ice cubes to make the chilled & refreshing punch. Add these cubes before serving to prevent the drink from getting diluted.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Add the cranberry & pineapple juice to the large punch vessel, then mix gently.
- Include the soda in it and mix lightly.
- Now add some green food color drops then mix to add the color in it.
- Then add the lime sherbet scoop in it and let it float over the punch.
- Add the lime slices & maraschino cherries in it along with ice cubes.
- Then add the punch to the glasses and serve the dish.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- HOLIDAY SNACKS:
- Christmas Sugar Cookies
- Gingerbread Cookies
- Chocolate Brownie Bites
FRESH FRUITS:
- Green Grapes
- Pineapple Chunks
- Fresh Strawberries
SAVORY APPETIZERS:
- Cucumber Sandwiches
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Cheese Crackers
LIGHT BITES:
- Roasted Almonds
- Air-Fried Chickpeas
- Vegetable Sticks
TIPS:
- Properly chill the soda & juices then combine them so we don’t required lots of ice.
- Include the sorbet before serving to keep its creamy texture.
- Add the soda softly so its carbonation & fizz will not lose.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the punch in the covered vessel and store for two days.
FREEZER:
- It is not recommended to freeze the prepared punch, though you can store the juices in a tight vessel and freeze for two months.
FAQs:
Will I prepare the punch in advance?
- No, we can’t store the prepared punch in advance as it lost all its carbonation though you can store the fruit juices for some time and mix the soda when required for the best fizz.
How to prepare the punch without dairy?
- Utilize the vegan lime sorbet & monitor the labels of the other pack items to be sure that it is dairy-free.
Can I exclude the green color from this drink?
- Yes, we would exclude the green color as the juices will also provide the color though it doesn’t add the same shade.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 165 kcal
Net Carbs: 39 g
Iron: 0.3 mg
Total Carbs: 41 g
Vitamin A: 15 mcg
Fiber: 0.3 g
Calcium: 45 mg
Protein: 1 g
Sodium: 35 mg
Potassium: 100 mg
Iron: 0.3 mg
