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How to Make Quick and Easy Punch For All Occasions

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By FrazzledNanny
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Do you love to go to a party or brunch and they are serving punch? Have you ever wondered how to make that punch?

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Sherbet
  • Ginger Ale, 7 Up or Sprite
  1. Step 1

    This recipe is so easy and can be adjusted for any occasion.

  2. Step 2

    St. Patrick's Day Punch ~
    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of lime sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few slices of lime for decoration.

  3. Step 3

    Easter Punch ~
    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of rainbow sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few raspberries, blueberries & strawberries for decoration (wash the fruit well before adding). Use some slices of lemons and limes too!

  4. Step 4

    Halloween Punch ~
    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of orange sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few slices of orange for decoration.

    OR

    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of peach sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few slices of peach or nectarines for decoration.

  5. Step 5

    Valentine's Day Punch ~
    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of strawberry sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few pieces of strawberries for decoration (make sure you wash and cut the tops off the strawberries).

  6. Step 6

    Christmas Punch ~
    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of strawberry sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few slices of kiwi for decoration.

    OR

    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of lime sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few slices of lime for decoration.

  7. Step 7

    For a Ladies Brunch ~
    In a large bowl, put 1/2 gallon of raspberry sherbet.
    Add 2 - 2 liter bottles of Ginger Ale (you can substitute Sprite or 7-up if you prefer). Add a few raspberries for decoration (be sure to wash them well before adding).

  8. Step 8

    Other variations:
    For Bridal showers ~ Choose the punch that matches the wedding colors.
    For Birthday Parties ~ Choose the flavor your child likes best.

Tips & Warnings
  • For larger groups, have more sherbet and more Ginger Ale available.
  • Serves well with Red Velvet Cheesecake (recipe is in the resource section)
  • For a thicker punch, trade the sherbet for vanilla ice-cream (frozen yogurt or ice-milk can also work).
  • You may get a reputation for having great punch at large gatherings.

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tammyfrost said

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on 10/30/2009 Great thanks for the punch recipe?

brandy1123 said

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on 6/23/2009 I love punch any time

athome said

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on 3/29/2009 you didn't say weddings and Quick and Easy Punch For All Occasions sounds de-lish

lionimage2 said

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on 3/29/2009 Great punch. Thanks for sharing it. 5*

Pamelateda said

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on 3/25/2009 So many ideas from just one little recipe! Thanks

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