25 Fun Punch Recipes for Kids

Lemony Fruit Cooler

If you’ve been wondering how to make fruit punch non-alcoholic, here’s the answer. This punch looks so pretty with all the colorful fruit floating in the bowl. It has a refreshing taste and is easy to put together. —Dawn Shackelford, Fort Worth, Texas

Rainbow Spritzer

Layers of colorful fruit submerged in a fizzy, sweet beverage make this a kid-friendly sipper that gets two thumbs-up. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Raspberry Refresher

This recipe explodes with raspberry flavor! It’s a wonderful treat.—Doreen Patterson, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia

Easy Citrus Slush

Our church’s hostess committee has relied on this refreshing drink for bridal and baby showers and other events. We often use different flavors and colors of gelatin to match the decor of the occasion. —Joy Bruce, Welch, Oklahoma

Lemon-Lime Punch

This frothy refresher topped with lime sherbet is a longtime family favorite and the best punch I’ve ever had. It’s fast, festive and easy to mix up for a variety of occasions. —Mary Ray, Raccoon, Kentucky

Favorite Berry Punch

A friend from church shared this zingy strawberry-infused punch recipe. It’s great for bridal showers, anniversary parties and holiday gatherings. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Minty Tea Punch

Forget sugary (and boring) sodas for your next potluck, and treat your family and friends to a refreshing homemade punch. —Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Pirate Punch

The nice tang to this punch, crowned by foamy topping, makes it a very refreshing drink. Children love it! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cranberry Fizz

With just five basic ingredients, this wonderfully tangy punch couldn't be much simpler to stir together. —Suzette Jury, Keene, California

Celebration Punch

This pretty fruit punch has just the right amount of sweetness. The ice ring keeps it cool for hours without diluting the flavor. —Marci Carl, Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania

Hot Apple Punch

With its soothing cinnamon seasoning, this fresh and flavorful apple punch is a must for Christmastime. — Dawn Supina, Edmonton, Alberta

Banana Brunch Punch

A cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's more spectacular than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to a winter day. —Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Picnic Fruit Punch

This pink cooler is deliciously thirst-quenching on a warm day. Seeing its color, folks guess it might be pink lemonade. They're pleasantly surprised to discover the bubbly blend includes cranberry, pineapple, orange and lemon juices. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon

Rhubarb Citrus Punch

Rhubarb grows abundantly in our large farm garden. I’ll make this punch for gatherings or special occasions with our extended family. —Ina Frey, St. Clemens, Ontario

Fresh Cranberry Punch

One of the best things about holiday cooking is the aromas that drift through the whole house! To me, it wouldn’t be winter without the tang of oranges, cinnamon and cloves in the air—just what you’ll smell as this fresh cranberry punch is simmering. To get the brightest red color in your punch, be sure to pick out the reddest of the fresh berries as you clean them. —Deanna House, Portage, Michigan

Rhubarb Punch

I love the tart taste of rhubarb, and this lively, beautiful punch makes a refreshing treat at any get-together. —Eleanor Martens, Rosenort, Manitoba

Pretty Pink Punch

This refreshing punch is convenient because you can make it ahead of time and simply add the ginger ale just before serving. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Pink Party Punch

This easy punch will be the highlight of any party. The fruity flavors blend perfectly together, making it impossible to have just one glass.—Carol Garnett, Bellevue, Washington

Tropical Cooler

With only four simple ingredients, this refreshing punch is easy to stir up in just 10 minutes. I served it at a party for my son, and everyone liked the slightly tart flavor. —Robin Werner, Brush Prairie, Washington

Cranberry Fruit Punch

I tried different combinations of juices until I came up with this pleasant punch that’s not too sweet. It’s perfect when you’re serving a lot of desserts. —Jean Ann Herritt, Canton, Ohio

Sparkling Punch

As a table brightener, fix a bowl of festive fruity punch—it's a refreshing beverage you can mix together in moments. To dress it up even more, I add an ice ring filled with oranges, lemons and cranberries. —Karen Ann Bland, Gove, Kansas

Punch Delight

When we celebrated my mother's 75th birthday, we wanted a punch everyone could enjoy. This delightful combination of lemonades, juice and soda was perfect and so easy to make. All our guests loved this yellow punch recipe. —Barbara Koehnke, Fremont, Wisconsin