This orange punch nonalcoholic recipe is suitable for all occasions. It is a simple, refreshing, energetic drink with fresh ingredients like oranges, ginger, and lemon. It is perfect for all occasions and seasons.
I have made this orange punch many times with many variations. And this ginger variation is one of our favorites.
The warmth of ginger in this recipe makes it a perfect drink(check out these drink recipes for more ideas) to serve at Christmas, New Year, or Thanksgiving parties.
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Why You'll Love This Orange Punch Recipe?
⭐️It is the best-tasting punch ever!
⭐️It's family-friendly!
⭐️Best choice over store-bought!
The Ingredients
- Orange Juice: I used freshly squeezed orange juice, but you can swap them for orange juice.
- Lemon Juice: It enhances and complements the flavors and taste of the oranges.
- Ginger: This ingredient provides a new tropical flavor to our orange punch. I highly recommend using it.
- Sugar: An optional ingredient. You can swap it with honey or natural sugars like agave nectar.
- Sparkling water: Plain, nonflavored sparkling water or club soda.
How To Make Orange Punch
- Extract the Orange Juice: Use a citrus extractor or juicer to extract the orange juice. If you're using fresh orange juice, you can skip this step.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, grated ginger, sugar, and water.
- Stir, Chill, and Serve: Stir the mixture well. Serve the punch over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices.
Top Tip
Use ice cubes made from fruit juice to keep your punch cool longer without diluting it. You can also freeze fruit pieces in them for added flavor as they melt.
The Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Adjust sugar according to the tangy taste of oranges. I prefer not to add artificial sugar to any fresh fruit juices.
- Remove lemon juice from the ingredient list if oranges taste sour.
- Add a pinch of salt for enhanced flavors.
Leftovers & Reheating
I have never had a chance to store the leftovers. However, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze it for up to two months.
You can also store them in ice cube trays and add them as ice cubes to other punch recipes.
Substitutions
- You can also use lime juice instead of lemon juice if you prefer your punch to have a sharp taste.
- You can substitute sugar with sugar syrup to minimize the prepping time.
- Running out of time for the party? Replace fresh orange juice with orange sherbet.
Variations
- If you are serving for the party, freeze orange juice in ice cube trays and stir it with the punch in the pitcher. I'm sure your guests are going to love this.
- Add lemon zest for a more lemony flavor.
- Stir in pineapple and mango juice for tropical flavors.
- You may also add fresh-cut fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
FAQs
Adjusting the amount of sweetness depends on your taste preferences. You can skip sugar or substitute it with other natural sweeteners.
Yes, absolutely. You can prepare this punch a day in advance. Combine all the juices and refrigerate, then add the carbonated drink just before serving for the fizz and the freshness.
It has all the fresh flavors and sweetness of oranges with a hint of ginger and lime. You can feel the tropical flavors and taste in the orange punch.
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📖 Recipe
Orange Punch Non Alcoholic Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 oranges /orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger thinly grated
- 3 tablespoon sugar /honey or agave nectar
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 slices lemon
Instructions
- Extract the orange juice with the help any citrus extractor.
- In a pitcher, add the extracted orange juice, lemon juice, grated ginger, sugar, and sparkling water.
- Taste and adjust the sugar. And our easy orange punch is ready.
- Serve in tall glasses with the ice cubes and lemon slices.
Notes
- Swap the sugar with natural sugars or others according to your preference.
- The quantity of the sugar depends on the taste of the oranges. If the oranges are sweeter, then reduce the sugar.
- If you do not want to feel the ginger bits while drinking, then strain it before serving.
llimaverda says
perfecto para san valentín, me encanta, gracias por tu visita, me gusta tu blog 🙂 bsts
Hamaree Rasoi says
We are fortunate to get fresh oranges ..you make this quite often now..lovely presentation
Sarah says
Hello, sorry to bother you guys. I am unclear about the ginger. I have ginger in its whole form, but don't know how to add it to this drink. Add it whole?ground it? I'm currently a recovering alcoholic, and would really like to try this. thank you.
Sujatha Muralidhar says
Sarah, add crushed fresh ginger, for a perfect soothing orange punch. And wishing you all success for speedy recovery from alcohol!!
Sarah Harvey says
I really appreciate your help, and the well wishes. I've taken up cooking different and new things for my family, to keep me busy, and to keep my mind on recovery. So far I've had no complaints! BTW, you have a beautiful name.
Sujatha Muralidhar says
I'm glad to hear that everything goes smoothly. And thanks for the compliment Sarah!!
Judy says
I modified the recipe quite a bit - ditched the water, used 500 ml of fresh orange juice, a full can of coconut milk, only 2 tlbsps of sugar versus 1/2 cup, added 1/2 pint Vanilla ice cream instead of cream of coconut, and added flavorings 1/2 Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Allspice, and 1/4 cup Frangelico liquor. Turned out fabulous. Thanks for the basic recipe.
Sujatha Muralidhar says
Hey Judy, the addon for this basic recipe sounds great and What a wonderful combination of flavors. Glad that you have pulled it well.
Dina and Bruce says
This was so refreshing! Love the flavor! So did our guests!
pepperbowl says
Yay! So glad to hear, thank you Dina and Bruce!
Vicky says
Thank you for this recipe! I don't drink alcohol and sometimes it can be challenging to find something I can make for company that is still fun and delicious. Love the fruity flavor in this punch!
pepperbowl says
Enjoy Vicky!
Justine says
This was so good and refreshing. We made this with sparkling water, and my kids thought they were sooooo fancy, lol.
pepperbowl says
I’m so happy that it was a hit, Justine!
Anjali says
This was such a fun summertime mocktail to make and enjoy with our dinner last night! My kids were so excited to get a "fancy drink" with their meal!
pepperbowl says
Yay! Thanks Anjali!