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Valentine’s Day Punch in a glass bowl with strawberries, raspberries, and edible flowers, garnished with mint.

Valentine’s Day Punch: A Romantic, Refreshing Drink for Your Celebration


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling)

Ingredients

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Ingredients

(Serves 8–10)
For the Punch Base:

  • 4 cups cranberry juice (100% juice for tartness)
  • 2 cups pomegranate juice (for depth and antioxidants)
  • 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for brightness)
  • 1 (12 oz) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
  • 2 cups ginger ale or lemon-lime soda (chilled)
  • 1 cup sparkling wine or prosecco optional for adults

Fruit Add-Ins:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • ½ cup pomegranate arils
  • 1 lemon or lime (thinly sliced)

Garnishes (Optional):

  • Edible flowers (roses or pansies)
  • Fresh mint sprigs
  • Ice ring with frozen berries (see Step 1)

Instructions

Preparation

1: Prepare the Ice Ring (2–4 Hours Ahead)

  1. Fill a Bundt pan or ring mold with 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries) and ½ cup pomegranate arils.
  2. Add water to cover the fruit, then freeze for 2–4 hours.
  3. Tip: Use coconut water or cranberry juice instead of plain water for extra flavor.

2: Mix the Punch Base

  1. In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, orange juice, and thawed lemonade concentrate. Stir well.
  2. Refrigerate for 1 hour to chill and meld flavors.

3: Add Sparkle and Fruit

  1. Gently pour in ginger ale or lemon-lime soda. For an adult version, add sparkling wine.
  2. Add sliced strawberries, raspberries, pomegranate arils, and citrus slices.

4: Garnish and Serve

  1. Place the frozen ice ring in the punch bowl to keep the drink cold without dilution.
  2. Float edible flowers and mint sprigs on top for a romantic touch.

5: Set Up a Self-Serve Station

  1. Provide ladles, glasses, and extra garnishes for guests to customize their drinks.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120–150
  • Sugar: 28g (natural from fruit juices)
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Protein: 0.5g