The holidays call for something fun, fruity, and easy to sip while laughing with friends around the tree. That's where Jingle Juice comes in-a bubbly wine punch that's sweet, colorful, and just the right amount of festive. I first made it when I wanted something prettier than plain wine but easier than mixing cocktails all night. It was such a hit that it's now become my go-to holiday party drink.
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If you love big-batch party drinks, you might also like the Christmas sangria which has the same festive vibes with a different fruity twist.
Why you'll love this holiday punch
- It makes enough for a crowd, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Super flexible-you can swap in juices or change up the alcohol.
- Can be prepped ahead of time and finished just before serving.
- Works as both an adult cocktail or a fun holiday mocktail.
Ingredients you'll need
You can grab everything at your local grocery store or liquor shop. Here's what goes into Jingle Juice:
- Pink Moscato wine - You can also use white zinfandel, rosé, or any sweet pink wine. If using a sparkling pink wine, skip the soda and just double the wine.
- White cranberry juice - White grape juice works as well.
- Vanilla vodka - Store-bought or homemade (just mix vodka with vanilla extract). Regular vodka works too.
- Triple sec - Or another clear orange liqueur like Cointreau.
- Maple syrup - Adds a hint of cozy sweetness, but optional. Simple syrup also works.
- Grenadine - Brings in pomegranate sweetness and that bright holiday red color.
- Lemon-lime soda - Adds bubbles and citrus notes. Ginger ale works too.
- Cranberries - Fresh or frozen both work. Frozen ones double as ice cubes.
- Fresh rosemary sprigs - For garnish. Mint, thyme, or lime slices are nice alternatives.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1: Mix the base
Grab a large pitcher or bowl. Pour in the Moscato, white cranberry juice, triple sec, vanilla vodka, maple syrup, and grenadine. Stir until everything is combined. Refrigerate until you're ready to serve.
Step 2: Add bubbles
Just before serving, pour in the lemon-lime soda. You can stir it all in at once, or add soda directly into each glass for extra fizz.
Step 3: Garnish and serve
Spoon into glasses and garnish with fresh cranberries and a rosemary sprig. Sugared cranberries on a cocktail pick look extra festive.
Tips & tricks
- Make ahead: Mix the base up to 24 hours ahead, then add soda right before serving.
- Adjust sweetness: Start without the maple syrup, taste, then add little by little if needed.
- Frozen cranberries: Freeze them in ice cube trays with water for pretty "berry ice cubes."
- Alcohol-free option: Skip the vodka, wine, and triple sec. Use extra soda and juice for a sparkling holiday mocktail.
What to serve with jingle juice
This festive punch pairs perfectly with holiday appetizers and sweet treats. Some ideas:
- Santa charcuterie board or popcorn tins for snacking.
- Savory bites like sausage balls or cranberry brie bites.
- Fruity desserts like lemon drop cookies or white chocolate cranberry cookies.
FAQs about jingle juice
Yes! Swap the wine for more juice and soda. It's still festive and delicious.
Mix the base a day in advance. Just add the soda right before serving to keep it bubbly.
Definitely. Try rum, tequila, or even gin for a fun twist.
Store in the fridge up to 3 days. It may lose fizz, so top off with fresh soda before serving again.
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📖 Recipe
Jingle Juice recipe: a festive holiday punch
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 14 servings 1x
Description
A fun, fruity, and festive holiday punch made with pink Moscato, white cranberry juice, and lemon-lime soda-perfect for holiday parties and easy to make ahead.
Ingredients
- 1 (750 ml) bottle pink Moscato wine
- 2 cups white cranberry juice (or white grape juice)
- ½ cup vanilla vodka
- ½ cup triple sec
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (optional)
- ½-1 oz grenadine syrup
- 4 cups lemon-lime soda (24 oz)
- ½ cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- 14 sprigs fresh rosemary
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine Moscato, cranberry juice, vodka, triple sec, maple syrup, and grenadine. Stir well. Refrigerate until serving.
- Just before serving, add lemon-lime soda. Stir gently.
- Garnish glasses with cranberries and rosemary sprigs.
Notes
Add sweetener last and taste before adjusting. Frozen cranberries make fun ice cubes. For a mocktail version, skip the alcohol and use more soda and juice.
Nutrition
- Calories: 151
- Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Protein: 0.3g
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