Candy Cane Christmas Punch (Fizzy, Sweet, and Pepperminty!)
When the house smells like cookies and the tree lights are twinkling, you need a drink that feels just as festive. This candy cane Christmas punch is bubbly, creamy, and loaded with peppermint cheer. With just a few ingredients and zero stress, you’ll have a magical drink that both kids and grown-ups will ask for every year.
Ingredients
- 1 liter lemon-lime soda chilled
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 4 scoops peppermint ice cream
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Mint leaves
- Optional: ½ cup vodka or peppermint schnapps
Instructions
- Pour the chilled cranberry juice and lemon-lime soda into a large punch bowl.
- Stir gently to mix, keeping the fizz intact.
- Add big scoops of peppermint ice cream directly into the bowl.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top for a festive sparkle.
- Add fresh cranberries and mint leaves for garnish.
- Serve with candy cane stirrers or in rimmed glasses.
Notes
For a fun twist, use vanilla ice cream with a drop of peppermint extract if you can’t find peppermint. Make it dairy-free with coconut milk ice cream. Chill the liquids ahead and don’t add the ice cream until serving. Rim glasses with crushed candy canes for extra charm!