Make-Ahead Sparkling Raspberry Punch for Easy Entertaining
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This fruity punch combines raspberry juice, citrus, and sparkling water for a refreshing crowd-pleaser. You can prepare the base hours ahead, then add bubbles right before serving.
It’s ideal when you’re hosting because there’s no last-minute mixing or complicated prep while guests arrive.
Why Fresh Lemon Juice Makes All the Difference
Fresh lemon juice brightens the raspberry flavor and prevents the punch from tasting too sweet or flat. Bottled lemon juice won’t give you the same bright, clean taste that balances the berry sweetness.
You’ll need about 2 large lemons to get ¼ cup of juice. Squeeze them just before mixing the punch base for the best flavor. The citrus also helps preserve the raspberry color during chilling.
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Make-Ahead Sparkling Raspberry Punch for Easy Entertaining
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
Equipment Needed
- Large pitcher (at least 8 cups capacity)
- Whisk
- Punch bowl or large serving pitcher
Instructions
- Mix punch base: In a large pitcher, whisk together raspberry juice, fresh lemon juice, and honey until honey completely dissolves, about 1 minute of whisking.
- Chill base: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours. The flavors will meld and the punch will be properly chilled.
- Add bubbles and serve: Just before serving, pour the chilled punch base into a punch bowl. Add sparkling water and gently stir once to combine. Add ice cubes, fresh raspberries, and lemon slices. Serve immediately while still fizzy.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories: 85 kcal
Total Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 5mg
Total Carbs: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 19g
Protein: 1g
