Grinch Punch
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5
Grinch Punch
Description
The Grinch Punch combines lime or pineapple sherbet with green Hawaiian Punch and pineapple juice, creating a vibrant green base full of tropical fruit flavors. When lemon-lime soda is added, it introduces a light fizz that lifts the punch and balances the creamy sherbet. The shimmering red sanding sugar on the glass rims contrasts visually, and the garnishes of maraschino cherries, with optional mint sprigs and lime slices, enhance the presentation and add subtle herbal and citrus notes.
This punch works well served immediately to maintain its fizz and the sherbet's texture. It is a festive drink suitable for parties and gatherings where a bold green beverage fits the theme. The combination of ingredients provides a sweet, tangy, and slightly creamy mouthfeel.
For best results, serve the punch right after preparation. If you cannot find green Hawaiian Punch, green Kool-Aid can be used as an alternative base, though flavor may differ slightly.
Ingredients
- 3 cups sherbet lime or pineapple
- 5 cups Hawaiian Punch green
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 5 cups lemon-lime soda
- 1/2 cup sanding sugar red
- 12 maraschino cherries
- mint sprigs optional garnishes include
- lime optional garnishes include
Instructions
- Place the sherbet, Hawaiian Punch and pineapple juice in a large punch bowl or pitcher. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the lemon lime soda.
- Place the sugar on a shallow plate. Dip the rim of each serving glass in water, then place the rim of the glass on the plate of sugar.
- Pour the punch into the serving glasses. Garnish with a cherry in each cup, then serve. You can also add mint sprigs and lime slices if desired.
Notes
- Serve Grinch Punch immediately to preserve the fizziness and texture of the sherbet.
- If green Hawaiian Punch is unavailable, green Kool-Aid can be used as a substitute.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 160kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 32mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 167mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
| Vitamin A | 21IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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