Updated on November 25, 2025
This sparkling cranberry punch is a bright, festive drink made for New Year’s Eve and holiday parties. Tart cranberry juice, citrus, and a touch of sweetness are topped with bubbly soda or sparkling water for a refreshing sip that feels special but is easy to mix in minutes. Serve it as a non-alcoholic punch for the whole family, or set out prosecco or vodka on the side so guests can spike their own glass.
New Year’s Eve Sparkling Cranberry Punch
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice, chilled
- 2 cups orange juice, chilled
- 1 bottle pineapple juice, chilled
- 2 cups ginger ale, chilled
- 1 bottle sparkling wine, chilled (or sparkling water for non-alcoholic)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- Ice cubes as needed
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Chill everything. Make sure all juices, ginger ale, and sparkling wine are well-chilled.
- Combine juices. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, stir together cranberry, orange, and pineapple juice.
- Add bubbles. Just before serving, gently pour in ginger ale and sparkling wine (or sparkling water). Stir once to combine without losing fizz.
- Garnish. Add cranberries, orange and lime slices, and a few rosemary sprigs.
- Serve. Add ice to glasses (not the bowl to keep fizz longer) and ladle punch over ice.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Mix juices up to 24 hrs ahead; add bubbly just before serving.
- Non-alcoholic: Replace sparkling wine with sparkling water or extra ginger ale.
- Sweeter/less sweet: Adjust with extra ginger ale or a splash of simple syrup to taste.
- Kid-friendly: Use only juices + ginger ale; skip alcohol entirely.
Private Notes
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Let us know how it was!New Year’s Eve Sparkling Cranberry Punch – FAQ
Can I make this sparkling cranberry punch alcoholic?
Yes. To turn this into an alcoholic punch, you can add chilled prosecco, cava, or champagne right before serving, or stir in a bit of vodka or white rum to taste. If you’re serving a crowd, keep the base punch non-alcoholic and set bottles on the side so guests can spike their own glasses.
Can I make this punch ahead of time without losing the bubbles?
You can mix the cranberry juice, citrus, and sweetener up to a day in advance and keep it chilled in the fridge. For the best bubbles, wait to add the sparkling water or soda until just before serving. Add ice to the glasses instead of the punch bowl to avoid diluting the flavor.
For a simple holiday menu, serve this sparkling cranberry punch alongside our Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie for dessert and a cozy main like One-Pot Beef Chili or Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta. It’s an easy way to turn a few reliable recipes into a relaxed, crowd-pleasing celebration.
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Yes, it’s my favorite holiday drink! 👍