Made with only four ingredients, orange punch is just what every family-friendly party needs. Topped with sherbet, it has a fun, frothy texture that’s hard to resist.
Orange Punch
When you’re in need of a quick and easy orange punch recipe, look no further. Made with fruit juice, soda and a topping of creamy sherbet, it’s delicious, fun to look at, and makes any party taste like magic.
This fruit-forward drink is a great Halloween punch recipe, whether it’s for the kiddies or adults (yes, you can spike it for a boozy option!). It goes great with any spooktacular Halloween party menu. Or maybe for a fall football watching party, especially if one of your team’s colors is orange.
Really, though, it’s good any time of year, from summer backyard barbecues to wintertime holiday get-togethers. Find some pretty punch bowls to serve it in, and mix away.
Ingredients for Orange Punch
- Frozen orange juice concentrate: The concentrated orange flavor is what you’re after here, but you can use orange juice, even fresh-squeezed. Just use the same volume amount of the concentrate mixed with water.
- Lemon-lime soda: You need the carbonation of soda to make this punch nice and bubbly, and the flavor adds a nice citrus note. Make sure it’s chilled before using.
- Pineapple juice: Use your favorite canned or bottled pineapple juice for this recipe. Those without added sugars are best since there’s a lot of other sugary things added to this punch. Make sure it’s chilled.
- Sherbet: Scoops of sherbet in the punch do two things: It keeps everything cool and adds sweetness (plus extra-fruity frothy flavor) as it melts.
Directions
Step 1: Combine all the liquids
If using orange juice concentrate, prepare the juice according to package directions, and pour into a punch bowl. With a large spoon or spatula, stir in the soda and pineapple juice.
Step 2: Top with sherbet
Top the fruity punch with scoops of sherbet.
Editor’s Tip: Do this just as you serve it so the sherbet is still frozen for the guests.
Recipe Variations
- Try different fruit juices: This is a highly adaptable recipe that you can adjust to your own taste. For a super-summery version, use frozen lemonade concentrate instead of orange juice, and mango or passionfruit juice instead of pineapple.
- Play with the sherbet flavors: Try other flavor combinations like lemon, lime, mango, peach, passionfruit and more.
- Top with vanilla ice cream: Want to make a drinkable orange creamsicle? Use vanilla ice cream instead of orange or pineapple sherbet.
- Make it boozy: For an adult version of this orange punch, use sparkling wine instead of lemon-lime soda. Or, as long as no kids are around, put a bottle of rum next to the punch bowl and let adults spike their own glasses.
Can you make orange punch ahead of time?
You can make this orange punch ahead of time. Simply mix the fruit juices together in the punch bowl, then cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve. To finish the punch at the party, add the soda, and top it off with scoops of sherbet.
Orange Punch Tips
How can you make orange punch less sweet?
To make orange punch less sweet, try using half club soda and half lemon-lime soda. You can also use reduced-sugar juices and sherbet.
What other recipes go with orange punch?
If you’re throwing a Halloween party, make some delightfully spooky Halloween treats like witches’ fingers, a ghoulish brainy cake, and very scoopable Frankeguac. Add a bowl of Grinch punch to the drink table for a fun green version.
Orange Punch
Ingredients
- 1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
- 2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled
- 1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice, chilled
- 1 quart orange or pineapple sherbet
Directions
- Prepare orange juice according to package directions; pour into a punch bowl. Stir in soda and pineapple juice. Top with scoops of sherbet. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 142 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.