Name: Christmas Morning Punch
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 cups cranberry-pineapple juice blend; 1 cup orange juice; 1 cup lemon-lime soda, (like 7Up or Sprite brands); ½ cup vodka; ½ cup raspberry liqueur; ½ cup grenadine; ice, (for the glass); fresh orange slices, (for garnish)

There’s something magical about Christmas morning — the house feels extra cozy, everyone’s in pajamas, and the first round of gifts is done. That’s the perfect moment to pour a glass of this bright, fruity Christmas Morning Punch. It’s light, sparkling, and celebratory without being too strong.

Festive Christmas morning punch in glasses with rosemary, cranberries, and orange slices

This is the kind of drink that keeps the mood festive while breakfast casseroles and cinnamon rolls bake in the oven. For the little ones, try our Christmas punch, which is just as delicious and fizzy without the alcohol added.

Ingredients For An Easy Christmas Morning Punch

Ingredients for Christmas morning punch including vodka, cranberry pineapple juice, orange juice, Sprite, raspberry liqueur, grenadine, and fresh oranges

This easy punch is built on balance — not too sweet, not too boozy. The cranberry-pineapple juice blend brings that signature holiday tartness. Orange juice rounds out the flavor and ties it all together. A splash of lemon-lime soda gives lift and sparkle, while vodka adds a smooth kick that doesn’t overpower. The raspberry liqueur and grenadine add just enough color and sweetness to make it look as joyful as it tastes.

Chill Everything First – Keep all your ingredients in the fridge overnight so the punch starts cold and stays that way.

Tip graphic showing how to keep Christmas punch cold and prevent dilution

Option To Save Money

If you want to save some money at the liquor store, you can buy raspberry-infused vodka (instead of buying vodka and raspberry liqueur separately).

We don’t suggest skipping the grenadine, though, because it gives this Christmas punch that beautiful color and a touch of sweetness that cuts through the citrus juices.

Scaling This Punch For Bigger Groups

I’ve made this for Christmas brunch, cookie swaps, and even dinner — it never misses. It’s the balance of tart, sweet, and sparkle that makes it feel special every time.

If you plan on serving this Christmas punch to a lot of guests during the holiday season, it’s very easy to double or triple this punch recipe to make a big batch to serve your guests.

Infographic showing how to scale your Christmas morning punch recipe for different serving sizes

Make Ahead Instructions

You can mix up this easy Christmas punch recipe ahead of time and keep it in a pitcher in the fridge for up to three days. Just wait until the last minute to add the lemon-lime soda and ice to the rest of the punch ingredients.

Serving & Presentation

Part of the fun of Christmas Morning Punch is playing with how you serve it. Add your own flair — a sprig of rosemary here, a handful of cranberries there — because garnishes aren’t just decoration; they make every glass feel like a celebration.

For a cozy brunch, a glass pitcher feels relaxed and welcoming. For a party, a large drink dispenser keeps things easy and mess-free. No matter how you serve it, a few floating citrus slices make it look instantly photo-ready.

Don’t overthink the presentation — any glass can feel special when it’s filled with something bright and festive. Whether you pour it into vintage flutes, cozy mugs, or mason jars straight from the fridge, it all says holiday cheer.

And when it’s time to serve a crowd, grab whatever container fits your gathering. A big glass dispenser keeps it party-ready, while a classic pitcher feels perfect for a quiet family brunch. However you pour it, this punch looks as good as it tastes — because the best part of the holidays is making it yours.

Bright red Christmas morning punch in a large glass drink dispenser with orange slice garnish

More Christmas Cocktails

For a variety of fun and festive grown-up Christmas cocktails for your next party, try our drunken Rudolph, dirty snowman and spiked hot chocolate – all tasty adult hot chocolate drink recipes.

Other drinks with alcohol perfect for Christmas include: